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Mortar, D. R. Congo, Kuba, Size: H: 23 cm (H: 9.1 inch), ID: 3043591
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Lot 407
88th Tribal Art Auction

Mortar ·  D. R. Congo, Kuba · ID: 3043591

sold EUR 800
Provenance
Eric Robertson, New York, USA
Michael Rhodes, New York, USA
Size
H: 23 cm
H: 9.1 inch

Description

wood, shiny dark brown patina, min. dam., small chips, abrasion of paint, base.
Kuba artists created a vast number of impressive functional objects, including cosmetic boxes, mortars, cups and pipes. Though such objects possess no religious application, they are made with great artistry and should enhance the prestige of their owners.

Africa

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