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Description : wood, dark brown patina, remains of patina, incised decor, area of the head provided with resin-like mass inset with abrus seeds (mainly missing), necklace with shell and metal disc pendants, min. dam., traces of insect caused damage, cracks, base. This type of cup was used during ceremonial sacrifices and funeral rites to drink beer or palm wine. The double bowl enables two people to drink at once. Continent: Africa
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About the lot N° 299
Title : Figural Cup Gbene - Nigeria, Koro
Size : H: 58,5 cm, H: 23,0 inch
Provenance : French Private Collection
Literature : Schädler, Karl-Ferdinand, Encyclopedia of African Art and Culture, München 2009, p. 307 Lebas, Alain (ed.), Arts of Nigeria in French Private Collections, Milan 2012, p. 282
Condition report : See description
Zemanek-Muenster, auctioneer, Würzburg, DE It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : 88th Tribal Art Auction
Sale date : 10 Mar 2018 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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