Kuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Circa 1900
Wood
Height 4 1/2"
Provenance: Robert Hales, London
This barrel shaped wood cup with a flat strap handle is carved across its entire exterior surface with rows of interlocking geometric figures set within a grid of raised ridges. The primary register consists of a repeating pattern of stepped lozenges filled with fine crosshatched incisions, bordered above and below by bands of zigzag and notched line ornament. The surface carries a deep, even brown patina built up through sustained use and handling.
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Kuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Circa 1900
Wood
Height 4 1/2"
Provenance: Robert Hales, London
This barrel shaped wood cup with a flat strap handle is carved across its entire exterior surface with rows of interlocking geometric figures set within a grid of raised ridges. The primary register consists of a repeating pattern of stepped lozenges filled with fine crosshatched incisions, bordered above and below by bands of zigzag and notched line ornament. The surface carries a deep, even brown patina built up through sustained use and handling.
We ship free anywhere in the world, fully insured, packed by hand.
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