Kuba Cup

Democratic Republic of Congo

Early 20th c

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

Ex: old Ghent, Belgium collection

$ 650

Inv. # A3168

This elegantly carved Kuba cup was owned by a title holder and used as a status symbol for drinking 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.