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Finely engraved Kuba Palm Wine Cup Ex Allan Stone Coll.

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Finely engraved Kuba Palm Wine Cup Ex Allan Stone Coll.

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A Very Fine Old Kuba Prestige Cup from the Congo, central Africa. Kuba prestige cups were used to drink palm wine which was only served on special occasions. The dense geometric, carved patterns on the cups derive from textile designs and reflect the Kuba aesthetic preference for overall decorative patterning. The cup measures 5.5 x 4.75 inches.Ex Collection of Allan Stone, NYC.

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Finely engraved Kuba Palm Wine Cup Ex Allan Stone Coll.

Name: Finely engraved Kuba Palm Wine Cup Ex Allan Stone Coll.
SKU: 84090850
Price: 270 USD
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