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This is the rating and price for Kuba Basket Small Oblong Handwoven Congo, 20th Century



Description : Additional Information: A lidded basket from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo.This basket is of traditional design: both top and bottom have raised corners.The Kuba are known for their exquisite raffia textiles, but basketry is another area where they excel. Many baskets include elaborate enterplays of circle and square, where the basket will begin with one and end up with the other. The four pointy corners are also a trademark. Such baskets were used to store foodstuff, to keep food fresh or warm, and also to serve meals. They were also used to store valuable and cosmetic items. For a similar piece see COLLECTION MARC AND DENYSE GINZBERG, Sotheby's, Paris, 10 Septembre 2007, fig.107, p. 92
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Estimate (low-high) : 100 USD-125 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 101393
Title : Kuba Basket Small Oblong Handwoven Congo, Period : 20th Century
Medium : Vegetal fibers
Size : 8.25 inches x 4.5 inches wide x 3.25 inches tall
Condition report : Fair to good some broken strands and worn surfaces.
Africa Direct, auctioneer, Denver, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Africa Art, Mask, Baskets, Statues and more
Sale date : 27 Nov 2016 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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