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A Fine Kuba Palm Wine Cup with Ancestor face

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A Fine Kuba Palm Wine Cup with Ancestor face

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Carved wooden beaker with finely carved ancestor face and arms, with geometric incised tribal designs. Kuba peoples, DRC/CONGO, Africa. The cup measures 7.5 x 5 inches.

Condition

Good/fair, well handled, shallow stress fractures

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A Fine Kuba Palm Wine Cup with Ancestor face

Name: A Fine Kuba Palm Wine Cup with Ancestor face
SKU: 74291182
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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