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Kuba Ceremonial Palm Wine Cup (
Mbwoongntey
), DRC
$1,129.28
£820
€959.17
CA$1,544.80
A$1,681.21
CHF 891.21
MX$20,226.28
NOK 11,303.40
SEK 10,341.82
DKK 7,165.72
About the Item
The decorative details adorning this ceremonial cup reflected the owner’s wealth, status and influence within the Kuba Kingdom. This anthropomorphic Kuba cup depicts a carved head, which features a serene expression and small, closed mouth symbolising the value of contemplation before speech. The ‘neck’ is adorned with incised geometric patterns.
Carvings around the rim of the cup are suggestive of the traditional hairstyles worn by Kuba nobility. Carved from a fine-grained brown wood, the surface of the cup has developed a beautiful patina over time.
Estimated Period: Mid-20th Century (Or Before)
- Dimensions:Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century (Or Before)
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8736242125672
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