terracotta container - Mangbetu - DR Congo (No reserve price)

Terracotta vessel – Mangbetu – DRC

This terracotta vessel is attributed to the artisanal tradition of the Mangbetu, a people established in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The work with terracotta testifies to the artisans’ know-how and to the diversity of utilitarian and decorative productions of Central Africa. Through its shape and material, this piece evokes the artisanal traditions that contribute to the richness of Mangbetu cultural heritage.

Due to its singular character and ethnographic interest, this vessel will appeal to collectors of African art and to enthusiasts of traditional objects. It will find its place in a specialized collection or in a contemporary interior, where it will create a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.