Rare maternity ritual cut - Kuba - DR Congo

Rare Kuba ritual maternity coupe – Democratic Republic of the Congo. This remarkable sculpture elegantly combines utilitarian function with a deeply symbolic iconography. The vessel rests on a kneeling female figure holding her child against her, an emblematic representation of motherhood, transmission, and the continuity of lineage in Kuba court art.

The face, with its almond-shaped eyes, is of remarkable workmanship, enhanced by a finely carved hairstyle and a dark brown, deep, and silky patina, bearing witness to a long history of use. Intended to contain precious or ritual substances, this cup perfectly illustrates the refinement of Kuba sculpture, where every detail contributes to the expression of prestige, fertility, and the memory of ancestors.

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