A Kuba Lidded Wood Box,
Democratic Republic of Congo
the domed lid surmounted by an animal, it's smooth flattened back used as an oracle, the circular rim of the vessel tapering to a square base, incised overall with fine lozenge and lattice patterns, 24cm., a Kuba wood cup of barrel shape, incised with interlocking weave decoration, 10cm., a Kuba wood neckrest, the top and oval base incised with diamond motifs, 13cm. high, and a Kuba wood stopper with tapering pin shaft and conical finial, 22.5cm. (4)
Sold for
£329
inc. premium
Category: Antiquities
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