SKU: 112256
Kuba Handwoven Basket Congo
Height: 4.0
Width: 4.5
Depth: 3.5
Width: 4.5
Depth: 3.5
$75.00
Description
A lidded basket from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 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. 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.
Approximate Age: Mid 20th Century
People: Kuba
Country of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Condition
Damage/Repair: a few broken strands, dirty
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.