Dimitri André

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

An exceptional goblet with numerous symbolic and decorative elements.
Height 16 cm and a diameter of 14 cm.
A refined display of faces with strong expressiveness, but also of restraint and contemplation. The turtle is generally the symbol of wisdom and calm decision-making.
It is a goblet of exceptional size and workmanship. The goblet, given its age, is in good condition, and the wall is very thinly cut. Small drying cracks and flakes.
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Uitzonderlijke beker met veelvuldige symbolische en decoratieve elementen.
Hoogte 16 cm en doorsnede van 14 cm.
Verfijnde weergave van  gezichten met sterke expressiviteit., maar evens van ingetogenheid en bezinning. Schildpad is in het algemeen het symbool van wijsheid en rustige besluitvorming.

Het is een beker van uitzonderlijke grootte en uitwerking. De beker is gezien ouderdom in goede staat en de wand is zeer dun gesneden. Kleine droogtespleten en schilfers.
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Bakongo - DR Congo

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A wooden Bakongo cup from the DR Congo, authentic and in good condition, 16 cm high and 14 cm in diameter, sold by Galeriehouder / Antiekhandelaar, with multiple symbolic and decorative elements and expressive faces, the turtle symbolising wisdom and decisive calm.

Bakongo - DR Congo

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A wooden Bakongo cup from the DR Congo, authentic and in good condition, 16 cm high and 14 cm in diameter, sold by Galeriehouder / Antiekhandelaar, with multiple symbolic and decorative elements and expressive faces, the turtle symbolising wisdom and decisive calm.

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