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Old Worn Kuba Tribal Platter Incised Design, Early 20th Century, Congo

$760
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£570.93
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€658.38
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CA$1,054.60
CA$1,318.2520% Off
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About the Item

Sweet worn, polished and smoothed Kuba ceremonial serving platter with handle and incised Classic royal Kuba knot pattern on one side. Cracks and one insect hole, but in very nice condition, wear to bottom edge, late 19th-early 20th century. Platter is 11 inches high. On custom metal stand with a total height of 13 3/4 inches. Color is more accurate in the still images.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SMHC055011stDibs: LU1778217872451

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