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A Fine Old Kuba Portrait Cup with Designs ~ Ex Budrose

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A Fine Old Kuba Portrait Cup with Designs ~ Ex Budrose

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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. This cup in the form of a head depicts the distinctive swept-back hairstyle associated with male royalty. This cup measures 6.25 inches tall.Provenance: Ex Collection: Phillip Budrose Collection, Massachusetts, USA.

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Fair, well worn

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A Fine Old Kuba Portrait Cup with Designs ~ Ex Budrose

Name: A Fine Old Kuba Portrait Cup with Designs ~ Ex Budrose
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