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Congo Kuba vintage textile Velours du Kasai

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Congo Kuba vintage textile Velours du Kasai

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Congo Kuba Peoples, Velours du Kasai (Kasai velvet) 24 x 25 inches, textile fabric made in Kasai, a province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaïre). Traditionally, the weaving is done by men of the Shoowa from the Kuba ethnic group, while the embroidery is reserved to women. Ideally, the embroiderers should be pregnant. The technique is still practiced. framed 26 x 27 inches, Provenance: The Estate of Leon A. Arkus, former Director of Carnegie MOA.

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in good age appropriate condition. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .

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Congo Kuba vintage textile Velours du Kasai

Name: Congo Kuba vintage textile Velours du Kasai
SKU: 163526510
Price: 60 USD
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Estimate $80 - $150

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