Rare Old Kuba Back Rest Collected in 1972 Congo
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Description
A Fine Kuba back-rest, carved wood with incised tribal motifs and obvious field use and wear.The back rest measures 14.5 x 7 inches. Provenance: Ex. Gelbard Collection, NY; Acquired from Dr. Kenneth Adelman who purchased it in Congo, C. 1972 - Former US ambassador to the UN.
Condition
Fair, very well weathered and worn, one edge nailed back on by the tribe. what remains is solid.
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Rare Old Kuba Back Rest Collected in 1972 Congo
Estimate $300 - $500
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