neck rest - Kuba - DR Congo
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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
Estimate € 220 - € 250
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful double Kuba neck rest.
Many motifs are carved and one can observe caryatid figures. The piece is here as much a prestige object as a daily-use item.
About our house of expertise
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading 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 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.
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Very beautiful double Kuba neck rest.
Many motifs are carved and one can observe caryatid figures. The piece is here as much a prestige object as a daily-use item.
About our house of expertise
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading 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 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 guaranteed 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
neck rest
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
1 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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