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Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo

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Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo An unusually large and striking non-figurative vessel from the Mangbetu people, comprised of six lobes joined to a central vertical cylinder having an impressed crosshatch texture. No repairs or damage, save a few old rim nicks. Ex. Cathryn Cootner estate, Sonoma, California; former textile curator for the M. H. de Young Museum of San Francisco.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#3623 1stDibs: LU1778224206822
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