Democratic Republic of Congo

Early 20th c

4 1/2 inches high x 5 1/2 inches wide

Ex: Ghent, Belgium collection

$ 650

Inv. # A3168

An elegantly carved wooden Kuba cup that was used to drink and serve palm wine during ceremonial gatherings.  The surface has incised diamond shaped geometric designs that resemble the cut pile and weave of a Kuba raffia cloth.  Palm wine cups were owned by titleholders and were symbols of wealth and status.

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