Royal cephalomorphic cut - Shoowa-Kuba - DR Congo
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Coupe royale céphalomorphe, an original Shoowa-Kuba wooden cup from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, provenance private collection, height 21 cm, width 1 cm, depth 1 cm, weight 1 g, in excellent condition.
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Remarkable Kuba cephalomorphic sculpture pendant/coupe, beautifully carved: numerous details, very balanced face, long ribbed neck, chiselled foot. This type of object was reserved for Kuba nobility and was as much an item to display the social rank of its owner as a practical object.
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Remarkable Kuba cephalomorphic sculpture pendant/coupe, beautifully carved: numerous details, very balanced face, long ribbed neck, chiselled foot. This type of object was reserved for Kuba nobility and was as much an item to display the social rank of its owner as a practical object.
Introduction to our appraisal house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A trusted seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Royal cephalomorphic cut
Ethnic group/ culture
Shoowa-Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
21 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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