Figural cup
R. D. Congo, Pende
Vendu
2 800 €
Provenance
probably Leo Frobenius, Frankfurt, GermanyGerd Rosen, Berlin, Germany
Taille
H: 26,5 cm
H: 10.4 inch
Description
wood, shiny dark brown patina, in form of standing male figure, the head forming the actual cup, two circular drillings, min. dam., fine cracks, slight traces of abrasion;
presumably used for drinking palm wine.