Box - Wood

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Kuba wooden box from Congo, Shoowa-Kuba culture, dating to 1930–1940, provenance Belgian private collection, with authenticity certificate, dimensions 15 × 31 × 16 cm, not sold with a stand.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful large Kuba wooden box.
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful large Kuba wooden box.
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Congo
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/ culture
Shoowa-Kuba
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
15 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8110
Objects sold
98.72%
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