Great cup figure from the KUBA people of DR Congo. It`s powerful silhouette and the attention to detail, including the delicate geometric abdominal designs, rank it a beautiful piece of af Kuba art. Kuba cups were used to drink palm wine from. Good condition with traces of wear and tear.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
Object: |
Cup Figure |
Ethnic group: |
Kuba |
Country: |
DR Congo |
Material: |
Wood |
Period: |
Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: |
No |
Dimensions: |
37x13x11 cm |
Weight: |
1400 gram |
Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |