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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Songye Power Figure with Carved Horns DR Congo African Type of Object, Carving. Figure, Fetish, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Songye, Materials, ... morewood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 11 inches H. x 3 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear. Chips, Additional Information: Power figures like this among the Songye are known as buanga while the same the figure is commonly called a âfetishâ when placed in Western collections with misplaced implications. Whereas Songye buanga figures are dedicated to positive ends. Early Europeans visitors saw them as âfalse gods â feticios to the Portuguese so that today Westerners call them âfetishesâ! The Songye live on the left bank of the Lualaba River in an area of savanna crossed by numerous major river systems. They have a long history of migration and cultural interchange with the Hemba. Kuba, Tetela, Luluwa and especially with the Luba from whom they are said to have originated. Magical beliefs and practice are widespread among the Songye people who use figures such as this on family or village altars where they contact the spirits of ancestors, nature spirits, and where offerings and prayers are given. Recommended Reading: Cornet. J. A Survey of Zairian Art, North Carolina Museum of Art, 1978. Dunja Hersak, Songye Masks and sculpture figures. 1985 Neyt. F. Traditional Arts and History of Zaire, Louvain, 1981. 72137* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has receive
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Free Shipping Location: Santa Fe, United States Genuine Kuba Textile - Earth Tone Abstract Shapes with Border. Kuba textiles are elaborate embroidered cloth, made of raffia, a palm leaf fiber from the ... moreCongo. The patterns are highly sophisticated and contemporary.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States When the ruling king was close to death, his ndop was brought to his bed to absorb his soul and vital force. The new Nyim slept in isolation with the ... moredeceased king’s ndop to absorb the essence from his predecessor’s ndop.
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Free Shipping Location: Addison, United States Especially for collectors mask, or anyone who wants something authentic from Africa at home, Authentic African mask, Especially mask for collectors, or ... moreanyone who wants something authentic from Africa at home, All our items come directly from the Black Continent, all made by a special handmade especially for you, waiting for you with us,.
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$68.00 Shipping Location: Pakistan 2'0"×1'11" Feet.
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$20.00 Shipping Location: Sunnyside, United States Used to hold Tukula powder. This example was sold by the famous dealer Harry Franklin.
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$27.45 Shipping Location: VENTNOR, United Kingdom This vintage African Kuba raffia bag is a beautiful piece that showcases the intricate artistry of the Kuba people of Africa. The bag is made from high-quality ... moreraffia and features stunning geometric patterns that are unique to the Kuba region of origin. Its antique quality adds to its charm and makes it a great addition to any collection of ethnographic antiques.The bag's design is a testament to the masterful craftsmanship of the Kuba people, and its intricate patterns are a testament to their cultural heritage. With its cultural significance and historical value, this vintage African Kuba raffia bag is a rare find that collectors and enthusiasts alike will treasure for years to come.
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$14.00 Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States Superb and unique sculpted wood Kuba cup in the form of a human head.
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$31.35 Shipping Location: LAUNCESTON, United Kingdom The third type of rattle that is common in the Congo is the basket rattle, where the spherical calabash is replaced with a woven structure. 15.5 cm high, ... moreBase: 11 x 10 cm.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States A well carved Kuba wooden cup in the form of a human head. 4" H by 4" D by 4" W.
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$50.00 Shipping Location: Pakistan
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$17.50 Shipping Location: Firenze, Italy Nature spirits, the spirits of dead kings, the spirits of anchestors dominate Kuba religion. They grow raffia and oil palms, raise corn as a cash crop, ... moreand hunt and fish.
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Greetings. I am pleased to be able to offer this amazing. Old Ndengese carved wooden male figure with scarification body designs and elongated neck rolls. ... moreThis fine Ndengese specimen is meant to represent the king and embody his power. This statue measures 20 inches tall and 6 1/2 inches wide and is in great overall condition. This old traditional piece of African art would be a perfect addition to any African collection. Please feel free to email me for more pictures before buying. I accept PayPal. I love to combine shipping on multiple buys so check out my eBay store. For buyers of multiple items please email me when your done'shopping' for your custom made invoice with combined shipping& insurance fees. Feel free to combine buys for up to two weeks but email me to let me know your intentions. See my'ME' page for more information. Thanks for your interest. Be sure to add me to your!
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$179.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Kuba Helmet Mask Elephant Trunk Moshambwooy DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Helmet mask, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, ... moreWood. Beads, cowrie shells, raffia fibers, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 20 inches H. x 14 inches Deep x 14 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Torn raffia, loose nose, Additional Information: A good example of a Kuba Bushoong Moshambwooy mask. Variants of such a mask are also found among thr the Ngoongo. Sub-group of Kuba people, where they are known as Mukyeem or mukenga mask. For a long time people used to call this type of masks moshambwooy. But there is a substantial difference between these two masks. Examples of Royal Moshambwooy mu Shall are very rare to find. Most of the s o-called Moshambwooy housed by public or private collections are of Ngongo workmanship type named Mukyeem mask. They all are helmet masks and decorated with a lot of cowrie shells and beads. On Mukyeem mask. The headdress is extended by a long, central, trunk-like appendage(sometimes with two offshoots) suggesting the elephant's tusk. Attached to the end of the trunk is raffia fibers, which can be replaced by a bright red, tuft of parrot feathers. Moshambwooy is usually topped with a high structure decorated with feathers. There is no elephant tusk-like on moshambwooy(see examples on Face of Spirits) The greatest of the three"most significant" masks of the BaKuba. This mask represents Woot, the"first ancestor, rather like Adam. He and his brother vied for the affection of their sister, who later married Woot. The mask ha
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$89.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Kuba Helmet Mask Elephant Trunk Moshambwooy DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Helmet mask, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, ... moreWood. Beads, cowrie shells, raffia fibers, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 20 inches H. x 14 inches Deep x 14 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Torn raffia, loose nose, Additional Information: A good example of a Kuba Bushoong Moshambwooy mask. Variants of such a mask are also found among thr the Ngoongo. Sub-group of Kuba people, where they are known as Mukyeem or mukenga mask. For a long time people used to call this type of masks moshambwooy. But there is a substantial difference between these two masks. Examples of Royal Moshambwooy mu Shall are very rare to find. Most of the s o-called Moshambwooy housed by public or private collections are of Ngongo workmanship type named Mukyeem mask. They all are helmet masks and decorated with a lot of cowrie shells and beads. On Mukyeem mask. The headdress is extended by a long, central, trunk-like appendage(sometimes with two offshoots) suggesting the elephant's tusk. Attached to the end of the trunk is raffia fibers, which can be replaced by a bright red, tuft of parrot feathers. Moshambwooy is usually topped with a high structure decorated with feathers. There is no elephant tusk-like on moshambwooy(see examples on Face of Spirits) The greatest of the three"most significant" masks of the BaKuba. This mask represents Woot, the"first ancestor, rather like Adam. He and his brother vied for the affection of their sister, who later married Woot. The mask ha
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Type of Object, Antique Lidded Basket, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of the Congo/Zaire) Materials: Reeds. People, Kuba probably, Approximate ... moreAge, 20th century? Dimensions, Diameter approximately 5.5 inches x Height is 4 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, wear, Kuba Lidded Basket. Handwoven, African Basketry Additional Information: A strong lidded basket from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Kuba are known for their exquisite raffia textiles. But basketry is another area where they excel. Baskets were used to store valuable items, foodstuff, to keep food fresh or warm, and also to serve meals. 60858* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shipping both ways. If your original payment was made through PayPal, we'll refund you through PayPal; if you paid us directly with your credit card, we'll refund the credit card. Combining Shipping: You are welcome to wait to pay. And to combine multiple items for shipping. We ask that you keep each order to ten days or ten items, wh
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$20.40 Shipping Location: Equinunk, United States Antique KUBA IKUL Iron Leaf KNIFE CONGO AFRICAN TRIBAL Sword Dagger 13 1/4" Long.
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$8.99 Shipping Location: Sherman Oaks, United States Shoowa Square Raffia Kuba Textile Congo - 23” x 22”Open to offers (SB)
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$18.46 Shipping Location: Sarasota, United States COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic of the Congo. MATERIAL: Hand Forged Iron and Wood Handle. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ... moreappreciate your patience.
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$12.50 Shipping Location: Firenze, Italy Title, Kuba Carved Red Powder Mbwoongitwool DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, artifact. Red powder, funeral accessory, tukula, mbwoongitwool, Country ... moreof Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Camwood three(baphia Nitida) Approximate Age, Unknown 20th century, Dimensions, 2.25 inches x 4 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, wear and chips, Additional Information: A block of compressed red powder known as tukula in Central. And called twool by the Kuba. When the Tukula is carved like this example, the Kuba named it Mbwoongitwool. Mbwoongitwool comes in various forms, human figures, animal, knifes, and geometric like this one. The surface of tukula is decorated with geometric motifs and sometimes with holes. These motifs are presented with a certain symmetry. Mbwoongitwool are made by women from the mixture of red power with oil and sand and dried in the sun or fire. One can see traces of smoke on the surface of this piece which means that the piece was fired. Mbwoongitwool were used as commemorative objects placed under the head of the deceased or in the grave. They were distributed as amulets to those present at the burial. Presented in this form, Mbwoongitwool were also used as money and served in the exchanges including in matrimonial transactions. The Tukula. Red powder is made of ground camwood three(Baphia Nitida) In this society, the red powder has always been an indispensable cosmetic and ritual item.According to the Kuba, tukula has magic and positive powers. Usually, Tukula is mixed with other ingredients such as the palm oil and mainly used by women and children as a cosmetic product for beauty. It was used to anoint the body from the hair to the feet for dances and ceremonies. Raffia cloth are sometimes dyed with Twool. Twool was also applied on the corpse before the burial. Recommended Reading: Cornet. Joseph, 1971, Art of Africa:Treasures from the Congo, New York:new Art Circle. Donna Coated. Rogers, 1979, Royal Art of the Kuba. Austin: The University of Texas. I have examine
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$4.19 Shipping Location: Portland, United States Make the most personalized art calendar ever for yourself. Make prints to hang on your wall. Or just simply enjoy the beauty of projecting the slides. ... moreget your own projector for twenty bucks, and transform empty wall space into a beautiful work of art.
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$40.00 Shipping Location: Waterland-Oudeman, Belgium Old dance belt "shuaang" made from rope and shuaang fruits. ROPE - SHUAANG FRUITS. BELGIAN CONGO.
$24.75 Shipping Location: Scarsdale, United States Highly collectible and getting quite scarce. African Kuba Cloth - Vintage 1930-40s Handwoven Raffia. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail. Extraordinary large ... morepiece in magnificent condition. I bought this piece about 50+ years ago. It’s beautifully done and entirely handwoven. It measures approximately 48” X 22” and is in excellent condition. There are no breaks or splits in the raffia. This piece will frame very attractively. It has resided in a smoke free, pet free environment.
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$4.19 Shipping Location: Portland, United States Make the most personalized art calendar ever for yourself. Make prints to hang on your wall. Or just simply enjoy the beauty of projecting the slides. ... moreget your own projector for twenty bucks, and transform empty wall space into a beautiful work of art.
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Location: Chicago, United States Kuba People. Studded Throne Chair. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa. 32" W x 14.5" D x 32" H.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States This technique involves the insertion of short lengths of dyed raffia fibers into the woven structure of the basket, creating a raised, textured effect. ... moreThe Kuba people are renowned for their exceptional weaving skills and their mastery of working with natural materials.
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$39.99 Shipping Location: Lake Zurich, United States
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$29.98 Shipping Location: United States This particular piece is a magnificent representation of a royal ancestor. The face exudes dignity, authority, and masculinity, while the torso is covered ... morein intricate designs that serve as a symbolic language.
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Alexandria, United States Up for sale is an Antique 1800's African Congo River Bone Handle KUBA KINGDOM 17" Short Sword! This is a very nice african antique short sword. The iron ... morehas no major spots of rust but does have pitting and shows wear that is consistent with its age.
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$20.07 Shipping Location: Ballston Spa, United States TRADITIONAL PIECE-. WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR TRIBAL ART!
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$4.19 Shipping Location: Portland, United States Make the most personalized art calendar ever for yourself. Make prints to hang on your wall. Or just simply enjoy the beauty of projecting the slides. ... moreget your own projector for twenty bucks, and transform empty wall space into a beautiful work of art.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is a antique African made handwoven Kuba basket collected from the Congo, Africa. This Kuba basket's lid opens and is hinged and secured to the basket ... moreon the side with the woven plant fiber rope which is also attached to the wooden 'hook'.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Title, Kuba Moshambwooy Helmet Mask DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Helmet mask, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Wood. Beads, cowrie ... moreshells, raffia fibers, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 24 inches H. x 15 inches Deep x 13 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear, Additional Information: This is an example a Kuba Bushoong Moshambwooy mask. Variants of such a mask are also found among thr the Ngoongo. Sub-group of Kuba people, where they are known as Mukyeem or mukenga mask. For a long time people used to call this type of masks moshambwooy. But there is a substantial difference between these two masks. Examples of Royal Moshambwooy mu Shall are very rare to find. Most of the s o-called Moshambwooy housed by public or private collections are of Ngongo workmanship type named Mukyeem mask. They all are helmet masks and decorated with a lot of cowrie shells and beads. On Mukyeem mask. The headdress is extended by a long, central, trunk-like appendage(sometimes with two offshoots) suggesting the elephant's tusk. Attached to the end of the trunk is raffia fibers, which can be replaced by a bright red, tuft of parrot feathers. Moshambwooy is usually topped with a high structure decorated with feathers. There is no elephant tusk-like on moshambwooy(see examples on Face of Spirits) The greatest of the three"most significant" masks of the BaKuba. This mask represents Woot, the"first ancestor, rather like Adam. He and his brother vied for the affection of their sister, who later married Woot. The mask has a large protruding horn in the form o
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$10.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Israel it is believed that ngesh, the nature spirit, is embodied in the kuba mask during the dance. mask this the dancers' footprints were.
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$20.05 Shipping Location: Southwick, United States HARPOON POINT AND A SPEAR POINT. (A) Bozo people, Mali. The Bozo live on the banks of, and on islands in, the Niger River. They are heavily dependent ... moreon fishing in the river. Hand forged iron on custom base H 10in.
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$22.58 Shipping Location: LAUNCESTON, United Kingdom An Antique early 20th C Kuba Cloth Ceremonial Overskirt Textile with Cowry Shells Applique Kongo Africa. The cloths are unique for their surface decoration, ... moreelaboration of design and general complexity of construction of the textile.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States African Ceremonial Ikula Knife Kuba People Democratic Republic Congo Wood Metal. The metal blade with medial ridge and grooved lines. The wood handle ... morewith knop and carved tapering short shaft and wood hilt. Measures 13 3/4" high plus mount approx. Provenance: Private Collection. Connecticut, USA. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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$66.00 Shipping Location: Waterland-Oudeman, Belgium BELGIAN CONGO. 1 crack in the base otherwise.
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$32.77 Shipping Location: SLEAFORD, United Kingdom Kuba - Anthromorphic/ Cephalomorphic - Goat Head Palm Wine Ritual Cup. Palm wine is an alcoholic beverage made from the sap of palm trees.
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$79.30 Shipping Location: Cashiers, United States Their brother bwoom creates conflict by trying to win his sister’s love and overthrow his brother. It is 18" high x 15" wide X 13" deep. The face has ... morea carved wooden nose and shell and bead eyes. Check the photos carefully.
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$10.75 Shipping Location: Bogart, United States This African Kuba food basket with lid is a unique piece of history from the Congo region. Made from plant fibers by the Kuba tribe in the early 20th ... morecentury, it showcases their exceptional craftsmanship. The intricate pattern and brown color make it a beautiful addition to any collection of African antiques. It stands approx 6” high and the lid has an 9” diameter. The bottom part of the basket measures approx 5.5”x5”It is in original condition. It has not been cleaned. I will leave that up to the buyer, as some like it in original condition Please see all pictures. 3 business days shipping and handling Thanks for looking
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$4.19 Shipping Location: Portland, United States Make the most personalized art calendar ever for yourself. Make prints to hang on your wall. Or just simply enjoy the beauty of projecting the slides. ... moreget your own projector for twenty bucks, and transform empty wall space into a beautiful work of art.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Los Angeles, United States A fine and old Kuba cosmetics box Kuba people. DR Congo length: 12 inches Typically carved with small handle at top and deep incised patterns on the lid ... moreand sides; heavily filled with remains of tukula. Perforated three times on the lid and body. Once laced to act as a traditional hinge. Interior with remains of tukula, some insect depredation to base. Likely late 19th Century/ early 20th Century. Provenance: Ex. Rev. Lawson Mooney. Director of Catholic Aid Agencies, Congo prior to 1970. Ex. Gelbard Collection. NY Verbally authenticated by Dr. Arthur P. Bourgeois who has seen the piece is person. World expert on Congolese sculpture, author of numerous books and the'Central Africa' section of the Grove Encyclopedia of Art. There is no additional paperwork or documentation available, unless hereby noted, however upon request a statement from the seller can be furnished, restating the provenance as it appears in this listing. See. Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE
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$14.50 Shipping Location: Lincolnwood, United States This serpent shaped box was carved out of wood by an unknown artist, likely Ethiopian or Berber.
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$12.45 Shipping Location: Bedford, United States Bloomington, IN F. Rudolf (Rudi) Turner, 80, of Bloomington, IN. passed away January 25, 2018 in Spencer, IN. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts on ... moreSeptember 17, 1937. Rudi often combined his scientific interests with his love of art.
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$27.60 Shipping Location: LAUNCESTON, United Kingdom An Antique Early 20th C Kuba Cloth Raffia Textile made into Cushion Kongo Africa. Traditionally woven to use as a wraparound skirt during ritual festivals ... moreand performances, the main material used in the construction of the cloth is a fiber extracted from the raffia palm.
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$18.00 Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States Superb and unique sculpted wood Kuba cup in the form of a human head.
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$14.99 Shipping Location: East Boston, United States While this example has a copper blade, ikul were often made with highly forged iron blades and more recently of aluminum. It was intended to contrast ... morewith the lethal throwing knives that the king opposed as inflicting harm without risk, and the equally lethal but more personal combat of the war sword.
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$38.05 Shipping Location: Equinunk, United States African Ceremonial Knife Ikula Kuba People of Congo. Scabbard is missing. 25 1/4" Long.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States RARE. ANTIQUE, AND VERY UNIQUE KUBA HAND CARVED WOOD"LUKATA" CONTAINER, USED TO STORE RED"TUKULA" BODY POWDER FROM THE AFRICAN REGION ... moreOF THE CONGO FROM THE LATE 19TH TO EARLY PART OF THE 20TH CENTURY Very unique and odd piece of World-Wide ethnic folk art and culture. This piece comes to you from a recent auction purchase of a man who owned many pieces of hand-made African regional art. These Lukata style containers were highly prized in the Kuba people culture of the Congo in Africa and were used to store the red Tukula body powder that was applied to the body prior to significant ceremonies such as funerals. Many of these boxes/containers are normally very small in size and have been made without covers or they have been lost over time. Many with covers were"more expensive" to create in their culture. So this example must have come from a more wealthy person or family. Many of the hand carved art and designs had important meaning to the Kuba people, but this has been since lost over time. This beautiful example is in wonderful. As found condition. It does have cracks here and there over this container, but this is due to the type of wood used at the time of creation, plus it being over 100+ years old. It retains the original reddish brown patina on the exterior which has many spots of original red Tukula powder residue, along with residue on the inside of the container, as seen in the photos. It stands 11" high with the cover attached and is about 4" wide at it's widest points. DON'T MISS OUT! This would make for a wonderful displayed piece of art work in your home or place of business. Especially if you have an interest in African art! A true one of a kind. Hand made piece of art! You will receive the exact pictured items being offered here in AS-IS condition. Please ask any questions before purchasing. BUYER TO RECEIVE FREE UPS GROUND SHIPPING TO THE USA! Please contact us first prior to purchasing for International World-Wide shipping. BE SURE TO CHECK OUR EBAY
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MUSEUM OLDER PLUSH VELVET-KUBA TCLACA CLOTH 28" x 80"
KUBA PRESTIGE(ROYAL) SKIRT 28" x 80" In the past. Kuba cloths of cut pile were prestige items, rarely worn but used as signs of wealth during life and at death. To make one could take up to a year. The base fabric was woven by men from softened raffia(palm leaf fibers) and usually left its light tan color. Women then applied two decorative techniques, embroidery- that is further stitching onto the base material- and plush or cut pile. Marc Ginzberg African Forms. Kuba skirts. Tcaka. Long are cloths made from raffia, from 8- 25 feet long, from the Ngeende. Bushoong and Ngongo peoples. They incorporate appliqued"patches" embroidered shapes and patterns, openwork, tie-dye, cowrie shells, barkcloth and border elements. The appliqued"patches" originally repaired holes, then developed into traditional design motifs. ... moreMost are covered with geometric symbols; many are restrained, subtle and rhythmic designs using one technique; others create amazing quilt-like assemblages of old pieces of many forms. The full skirts, worn by men and women, are bunched up and wrapped around many times. A NOTE ABOUT THESE PHOTOGRAPHS: Being as long as they are. These skirts are extremely difficult to photograph. Although the color tends to be fairly uniform, they do appear lighter at the top than the bottom due to the location of the light source.What you see here are sections up to eight feet long taken from both ends. Any serious stains, holes or discolorations will be shown in the detail. These photographs were taken with the cloth lying loosely. It can be pinned flat for display. CARE: The cloth is not fragile and can be pinned onto a wall or panel for display. This auction features a one of a kind Kuba raffia textile; we have seen many on ebay but not one quite like this one; every Kuba raffia cloth is unique. This"appliquee" Kuba raffia cloth has a complex embroidered geometric design with great earthtone appeal. Its different black patterns contrast well with the beige background of the piece.
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PR CUSTOM KUBA CLOTH PILLOWS
Pair of custom Kuba cloth pillows with a boucle linen in khaki. Great decorative pieces for a sophisticated interior. Pillows measures 19" x 14" each with a 3.5" box on all 4 sides. Pristine condition. Custom made, zipper closure, feather insert of 90% goose feather and 10% goose down, firm fill. SALON LAISSEZ FAIRE POLICIES PLEASE NOTE: ALL ITEMS COME FROM A CLEAN SMOKE FREE HOME. EMAIL ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. MOST ITEMS ARE USED. VINTAGE, OR ANTIQUES AND MAY REFLECT THEIR AGE. WE DESCRIBE ALL ITEMS AND IMPERFECTIONS AS ACCURATELY AS POSSIBLE. SHOULD WE MISS SOMETHING SUBSTANTIAL, PLEASE EMAIL PRIOR TO LEAVING FEEDBACK. IMMEDIATE PAYMENT IS REQUIRED FOR ALL‘BIN’ WE SHIP DAILY. MANY THANKS FOR SHOPPING. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR SHOP.
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AFRICAN KUBA KUFI ACCESSORY FIBER BROWN HAT NATURAL FEATHER ZAIRE DRCONGO ETHNIX
AFRICAN KUBA KUFI PRESTIGE RARE FEATHER HAT KUFI D. R. OF CONGO(ZAIRE) Type of Object: AFRICAN HAT. KUFI Ethnic Group: KUBA. Country of Origin: DEM. REP. OF CONGO(ZAIRE) Materials: PLANT FIBER. PIGMENT, FEATHER Approximate Age: 30+ years Dimensions: 7.0"diameter inside when opened x 4.0" height. 17.5 cm when opened by 11 cm height Weight: 0.10 pounds; 44 grams; 1.55 oz Overall Condition: Used. Very Good, some shells missing Additional Information: This style kufi hat designates the wearer as a senior title holder holding a high rank. For more information read: ART ROYAL KUBA by Joseph Cornet. F.s.c. For Further Reading: CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS. By Mary Jo Arnoldi and Christine Mullen Kreamer. Shipping& Handling Detail: US BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: ... moreSecure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's custom office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. a;06d2.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp73%28%3Ea%3B06d2-13f2fcf6035-0xe7-
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AFRICAN KUBA HEAD WEAR ACCESSORY USED KUFI RARE HAT NATURAL FIBER ZAIRE ETHNIX
AFRICAN KUBA KUFI PRESTIGE RARE HAT DEM REP OF CONGO(ZAIRE) Type of Object: AFRICAN HAT Ethnic Group: KUBA. Country of Origin: DEM. REP. OF CONGO(ZAIRE) Materials: PLANT FIBER. PIGMENT. Approximate Age: 30+ years Dimensions: 7.75"diameter when opened x 2.5" height Weight: 0.13 pounds; 57 grams; 2.0 oz Overall Condition: Used. Very Good, some shells missing Additional Information: This style kufi hat designates the wearer as a senior title holder holding a high rank. For more information read: ART ROYAL KUBA by Joseph Cornet. F.s.c. For Further Reading: CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS. By Mary Jo Arnoldi and Christine Mullen Kreamer. Shipping& Handling Detail: US BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory ... moreat close of auction. Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's custom office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.
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AFRICAN CEREMONIAL KUBA BEADED HAT ZAIRE, D.R.CONGO
CEREMONIAL BEADED KUBA ROYAL FAMILY HEAD ADORNMENT HAT DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO(ZAIRE) Type of Object: AFRICAN HAT. Ethnic Group: BAKUBA Country of Origin: ZAIRE. Materials: COTTON. GLASS BEADS, PLANT FIBER, COWRIE SHELLS Approximate Age: 50+ years Dimensions: 7.0" rim diameter by 6.0" height CONICAL Weight: 8.2 ounces; 233 grams; 0.52 lbs Overall Condition: Used. Very Good but with some missing shells Additional Information: It was worn by a royal family. For more information read: ART ROYAL KUBA by Joseph Cornet. F.s.c. For Further Reading: CROWNING Achievements. By Mary Jo Arnoldi and Christine Mullen Kreamer. Shipping& Handling Detail: US BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close ... moreof auction. Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's custom office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2Bf54%3E-13f2fcf5ebc-0xfc-
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Old African Tribal Knife, KUBA, CONGO, ikulbapyaang
Old African Tribal Knife KUBA CONGO ikulbapyaang Copper Blade 37.50 cm- 14 3/4 inch Early 20th Century
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MINI KUMAN THONG Kuba Subin Embed Takrud on Base Thai RICH Buddha Amulet
MINI KUMAN THONG Kuba Subin Embed Takrud on Base Thai RICH Buddha Amulet Material: Mixed Magic Clay Size: 3.8 x 2.7 cm. Approx. Kuman Thong is a Ghost of Baby Boy who was bind by Magic to be Servant Son of the owner. When you have Kuman Thong in your possession.You will be magically success in anything you wish. By the power of Kuman Thong will help increasing your Prosperity. This amulet for using as Luck Builder. Wealth& Prosperity Amulet. Kuba Subin magician monk of Wat Thong Saart in Patumtanee Province blessed this Kuman for help owner for Luck and Rich. It is very rare and unique amulet. PLEASE NOTE Original 100% Guarantee Item as images detail Bidder Please Consider from image carefully Due to limitations in photography and the inevitable differences in monitor settings. The color of item in the pictures may not correspond 100% ... moreto the item itself. PLEASE NOTE Due to limitations in photography and the inevitable differences in monitor settings. The color of item in the pictures may not correspond 100% to the item itself. We provide clearly images detail of item Bidder Please Consider from images. The order will be shipped by Standard Register Air Mail with tracking number. Delivery take 10-25 business days. May be late than expected for some postal problems. Destination customs review and holidays. We will ship Worldwide Shipping and handling cost start from $6 Worldwide. If you have multiple wins. I will reduce combine shipping with add $4 on each addition item We ship within 24 hr. after payment is received or first business day after weekend. Express shipping is available. Please contact me for more info. WE ACCEPT PAYPAL ONLY. Payment is required within three days after the end of the auction. If this time frame is impossible for you. Please contact me. PLEASE ALSO NOTE It is very costly and time consuming to send items back and forth. You will get Item exactly as images described so please only bid if you are sure you wish to become caretaker of this item. We accept return item ONLY if you receive
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Beautifully carved pipe from the Kuba people of Zaire
This beautifully carved pipe from the Kuba people of Zaire shows signs of usage. It has the typical copper mouthpiece you see on pipes from Zaire. At the end of the wooden stem is an engraved copper band. The carved head at the front of the bowl is naturalistic and expressive. The bowl is lined with metal– this was possibly done when the back of the bowl cracked. An all together very attractive piece. Measuring 8 ½ inches long. The bowl is 2 ¾ inches deep.
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African hand carved wood Mask Kuba Tribe Congo circa 1950's Modern Look Rare
For your consideration is a nicely hand carved rare wall ceremonial mask from the Congo. The Kubo tribe. Circa 1950's this mask is hand painted in a brick red, black and white, and has the mid century modern look. This is a large mask. Size = HWD: 20 1/2" x 10 1/2" x 4 1/4" Condition is very good! Buyer is encouraged to ask questions before committing to buy or bid. Thank You. Payment Instructions: Payment arrangements are expected within 3 days of the items close. We accept Pay Pal. We offer a 14-day money back guarantee. excluding shipping cost. We are certified personal property appraisers. Certified by the"Certified Appraisers Guild of America" We specialize in Insurance. Tax Donations and Damage appraisals. Email or call us for a free quote on your appraisal needs. 303-909-6681 Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross ... moreSell. Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application.
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African wooden palm wine cup Kuba People Congo 7.5in tall #6339 Allan Arthur Art
Ritual palm wine cup. Kuba People, hand carved wood, D.R. Congo, 20thC, a prestige piece, the higher the rank, the more elaborate the cup, this handsome man exhibits deep facial scaring, general good condition with dings here and there, several age cracks but stable, approximately 7 1/2 inches tall, 6339 Shipping quote is for the continental US. Georgia residents pay 8% sales tax Allan Arthur Oriental Rugs and Tribal Arts Atlanta's largest collection of African Folk Art 1-800-686-7030
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Kuba Raffia Textile Appliqued Matisse Superb African 13 Feet
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Appliqued Matisse Superb African Textile, Type of Object, Kuba Raffia Textile Appliqued Matisse Superb, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia Approximate Age, contemporary. Dimensions, 158 x 25 inches, Overall Condition, Fair to Good Damage/Repair, tears in places. We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A superb appliqued woman's skirt from the Kuba! This large raffia skirt is a multi-panel skirt ... morethat was worn wrapped multiple times around the waist. By the Kuba women in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire. This is a great piece of textile made by both men and women. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. Matisse was hugely influenced by these textiles, and had a number of them in his bedroom! I wrote a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba text
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Eyeglass Chain Beads Africa Kuba Inspired Contemporary Collection
Kuba" Inspired Contemporary Bead Eyeglass Chain-Africa Collection Kuba inspired contemporary custom-made beaded eyeglass chain from our Africa Collection Hand-made of wood beads in natural tones. Highlighted by real cowrie shells. Ends are rubber and adjustable- 74 cm(29 inches) in length. Each eyeglass chain is unique to give you that added look of originality! Origin: African inspired- Kuba Age: Contemporary Materials: Wood beads. Cowrie shells Condition details: New Dimensions/Weight: 74 cm(29 inches) long Inner Diam/Ring Size: N/A Read more about this Ethnic Group or Ancient Culture Item# DSCF3200.jpg, Click On Buttons For Extra Photos
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‹(•¿•)› : AFRICAN VINTAGE ART: A LOVELY NATIVE KUBA BLUSH BOX (POWDER BOX)
Normal 0 21 false false false NL X-NONE X-NONE UP FOR BIDS TODAY WE HAVE THIS: BEAUTIFUL Vintage AFRICAN BLUSH BOX LOVELY DECORATED WITH Figure* This Lovely African item is a good& used condition. Dedicated to preserve the red powder coming from the wood of the Pterocarpus. Used to produce red dye and make-up. It is decorated with champlevé carvings. And with geometric symbolic symbols. Size Wise It Measures ca. 21 x 7.5 cm x 4 cm The weight of the blush box is 188 gram An item That Would Enhance Any Collection! PLEASE SEE THE PHOTOS FOR CONDITION WE WILL COMBINE SHIPPING THANKS FOR LOOKING AND GOOD LUCK WITH THE BIDDING! Why Not Check Out My Other Listings! I Always Have An Interesting& Unusual Selection Always Nice To Have Something A Little Different! Sending directly to the next countries: Belgium. Luxembourg, Germany, Netherlands, ... moreFrance. Italy, Austria, United Kingdom. Packetweight = 20 0 0 gram Shipping costs GBP 12.=(signed for) OTHER INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please email us for a shipping quote before you are bidding! Shipping to Russia. Eastern Europe, countries in Asia: we ship only signed for! SO: Please email us for a shipping quote! If you are not satisfied with your purchase for any reason. I will give a full refund after the item has been returned to me in the original condition excluding the shipping and handling charges. Please contact me before you bid with any questions you might have in regards to this item. Normal 0 21 false false false NL X-NONE X-NONE
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Kuba Drum Cowry Shells Raffia Textile DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Drum Cowry Shells Raffia Textile DR Congo African Type of Object, Musical Instrument. Drum, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Wood. Animal skin, cowry shells, beads, woven raffia textile, metal studs, pigment. Approximate Age, second half 20th century/last quarter, Dimensions, Height is 26.5 inches. Diameter is 7.5 inches. Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, torn top with holes in skin. Broken ... moreand repaired bottom, Additional Information: The wooden drum is an elongated cylinder resting on small hourglass-shaped base. The drum is covered with a raffia cloth onto which are cowry shells sewn. The cloth is decoratd with painted dot design patterns. White and blue beads are beautifully ranged around the skin. The beads and cowry shells symbolize wealthy. Prosperity and fecundity.The surface is adorned with ritual red powder. Decorated drums like these belonged to the King and are known as drums of office. Royal drums such as this are rarely played to accompany dances and musicians.They are only played at the beginning of royal dances that take place at the appearance of the new moon.They are mainly used as symbol of the royal presence and displayed side by side with other objects of prestige. They are part of the king treasury and are employed as a symbol of authority. Each king should commission the drum(s) of his reign. Pelambish is the generic name for royal drums. Each drum would have its owner's name and would be kept in the royal court. For more examples see Cornet Joseph. Art Royal Kuba, 1982, Edizioni Sipiel Milano. I have examined this piece and agree wit
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Antique Square Caucasian Shirvan Kazak Kuba Rug Size 3x3.5
ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN SHIRVAN RUG SIZE 2.9x3.5 THIS RUG IS A UNIQUE PIECE. ANTIQUE SHIRVAN. MADE IN A CAUCASIAN VILLAGE. BEAUTIFUL COLOR COORDINATION. THIS RUG IS ABOUT 80 YEARS OLD AND IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. EVENLY LOW PILE. NO STAINS OR ODORS. THE RUG HAS A BRILLANT ABRASH ON TOP IN WHICH THERE IS A GREEN COLOR. AN ABRASH IS A DISCOLORATION DUE TO AGE AND IT BRINGS CHARACTER TO THE RUG. PICTURES SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS. BID WITH CONFIDENCE Good luck to all bidders- Serious bidders only please Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 You may call if you have any questions at(212) 695-0880. ALL OUR RUG'S ARE HANDMADE. PROFESSIONALLY WASHED BEFORE LISTED& READY FOR USE. WE SHIP WITH UPS. IT TAKES ABOUT 1-6 DAY'S AFTER PAYMENT IS RECEIVED. WE DO COMBINED SHIPPING& INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENT'S. PLEASE ASK FOR DETAILS. ... moreNormal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 IF YOU WOULD LIKE A RUG PAD ALONG WITH YOUR RUG WE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH ONE. WE CHARGE $1.25 PER SQUARE FOOT. TOP QUALITY RUG PAD.
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19TH CENTURY KUBA SHORT SWORD
Rare form. 15" incurved s.e. blade with arched back ahead of the forte. Wood hilt of variant form with truncated conical pommel. Swelled grip and full oval section base, decorated in typical soft metal bands in various patterns interspersed with copper bands. That variation is very rare. Hilt shows good rich patina and decoration 100% intact. Blade excellent with good mottled patina. Crisp with original hammer finish throughout. 74-170 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*05e54c%3E-13f479ab7aa-0xe3-
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CHINESE CABINET PLATE COUPLE LOVE STORY VIENNA STYLE PINK & WHITE, JOSEF KUBA
This is a gorgeous decorated plate. It tells of story of a courting couple. Each vignette is different. The plate is inlaid with gold which is rare. The white centerpiece color is also rare. This plate is approximately 11 inches in diameter. A few minor spots of wear. But no chops, cracks or crazing. JKW is for Joseph Kuba. Wieseau Porcelain Factory and Decorating Shop, who decorated in the"Vienna Sylye" It was established in Karlsbad around 1930 and then re-established after World War ll in Wiesau, Bavaria, Germany.
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African Kuba Diviner Fly Whisk Swatter
Offer is an African diviner's fly whisk. I believe it is Kuba. It is made of fiber and animal hair. It measures about 13 inches in length. Don't miss this opportunity to own this awesome fly whisk! It would be a great addition to your African artifact collection. Now for the business details. Payment by Paypal is due within 3 days of the close of the sale. I am sorry. But at this time, sales are to the contiguous/continental US only. Returns are not accepted unless I have grossly misrepresented an item. Thanks for your interest and good luck bidding!
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Kuba Royal Prestige Cap Laket Raffia DR Congo African SALE Was $45
Title, Kuba Royal Prestige Cap Laket Raffia Handwoven DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Cap, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of the Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia. Vegetal fibers, cotton threads, Approximate Age, 20th Century/ last quarter, Dimensions, 7 inches widest diameter Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear, Additional Information: A prestige cap made of raffia fibers using basketry technique. ... moreAmong the Kuba. Such caps are known under the generic name of laket. They are worn by Kuba nobles(Mbeemy and Mbeengy) and princes as symbols of their high rank. Kuba hats such as this were worn as a part of daily attire and also as ceremonial hats. They were also part of their regalia and play the role of emblem of the status and social rank. They also intend to demonstrate royal health and power. For similar piece see Cornet. Joseph, ART ROYAL KUBA, fig. 261, p. 216. See also Cornet's ART ROYAL KUBA, Mack's EMIL TORDAY AND THE ART OF THE CONGO 1900-1909. Patricia Darish and David Binkley, Headdresses and titleholder Among the Kuba" pp. 159-169 in CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS(Arnoldi& Kreamer eds. 69674* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have
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Kuba Beaded Belt, Congo, Rare Style Old African
Type of Object, Beaded belt, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of the Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia fiber. Glass beads, cowry shells, Approximate Age, Unknown, Dimensions, Length 34 inches, Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, Natural wear. Missing some beads, Kuba beaded belt. Congo, intricate beadwork African Additional Information: This belt. Made of glass beads and cowry shells embroidered onto hand-woven raffia fabric, was used to hold upon the voluminous raffia skirts worn by nobles in the Kuba Kingdom in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The prominent display of cowries in the royal costume emphasizes the ruler as by far the wealthiest person in the kingdom, so wealthy that he purportedly ate pulverized cowries as part of his diet. A king's rainment weighed as much as 185 pounds! The 130 titled ... moreindividuals at court also had their own costume forms. Recommended Reading: Cornet's ART ROYAL KUBA. Mack's EMIL TORDAY AND THE ART OF THE CONGO 1900-1909. 26450* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchas
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Kuba Raffia Textile Embroidered,16 Feet, Superb African Textile
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Embroidered. 16 Feet, Superb African, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia fibers, Approximate Age, Early to mid 20th century, Dimensions, 16 feet by 32 inches, Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, stains. Some white patches and discoloration, great composition. A little loose stitching at each end. 2 especially large spots of discoloration. ... moreWe do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A superb textile! This was made in the Kuba Kingdom. Which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback.See a close similar piece on p. 7, fig. 1. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typical
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Kuba Raffia Textile 20 Ft Extraordinary African Textile
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile 20 Ft Extraordinary African Textile, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo(Formerly Zaire) People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia Palm Fibers, Approximate Age, Late 19th Century. Begining 20th Century, Dimensions, 20 FEET BY 3 FEET, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, a few small patches. Lots of discoloration spots. We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns ... moreof textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: An extraordinary textile! This was made in the Kuba Kingdom. Which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. Matisse was hugely influenced by these textiles, and had a number of them in his bedroom. This is your chance to purchase an original-Matisse made copies! I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback.See a close similar piece on p. 7, fig. 1. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Whe
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Kuba Raffia Textile 10 Feet Bushoong Superb African SALE Was $950
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile 10 Feet Long Bushoong African, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Bushoong, Materials, Raffia Textiles, Approximate Age, mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 10 FEET BY 32 INCHES, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, A FEW VERY WELL DONE PATCHES. GREAT STITCHING, GREAT COLOR OVERALL- A FEW SMALL DISCOLORED SPOTS. One large area of discoloration. We do not recommend ... morelaundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This was made in the Kuba Kingdom. Which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. Matisse was hugely influenced by these textiles, and had a number of them in his bedroom. This is your chance to purchase an original-Matisse made copies! I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art h
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Kuba Skirt of Barkcloth Bordered with Raffia Tie-Dyed DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Skirt of Barkcloth Bordered with Raffia Tie-Dyed Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of the Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Bark. Raffia, dyes, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 76 inches x 19 Inches, Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cuts. Some tears, rips, seams and holes, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered ... morein any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: The Kuba of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Formerly Zaire, are known for their exquisite raffia woven textiles, carved wooden palm wine cups and cosmetic boxes in interesting shapes, and masks reflecting their elaborate mythology. Bark cloth is known as ISHYEEN among the Kuba. The bark is obtained from a particular tree. After removal the bark is soaked in water until it is soft enough to be worked. Using ivory or wooden pounders one or more men beat the bark against a smooth horizontal tree trunk to expand it and make it softer. Once the bark is dried, the women will apply patterns on the bark by using black dye from the juice of the gardenia seed. Vansina's CHILDREN OF WOOT is a fascinating book about them. See also Cornet Joseph, Art Royal Kuba. Edizioni Sipiel, 1982. 73772* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Ad
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KUBA 1 PESO 1993 BU PREHISTORIC ANIMALS - CHALICOTHERIUM
1 PESO 1993 = PREHISTORIC ANIMALS- CHALICOTHERIUM = BU. Copper-Nickel, 30mm, KM-404, comes in 2 x 2 cardboard holder. Please view the picture below for the actual item you will receive shown exactly in the photo Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Import duties. Taxes, and charges are NOT INCLUDED in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/ buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight(shipping) company or when you pick the item up- do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as"gifts" US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior
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Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug Hand Knotted wool 3'-8x5'-8
Very finely hand knotted. Russian Kuba Rug in excellent condition with nice pile and vegatable dyed wool.
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African axe and adze (Kuba tribe, Congo, Kongo, Africa, Afrique, Afrika)
You are bidding on two African implements from the Kuba tribe in Congo. The first one is an axe with a copper blade. It's blade is engraved on one side. The wooden handle is nicely carved also. The second piece is an adze. Special about this one is the blade which is made out of aluminium. The adze blade is also engraved with a geometric design. The bidding is for the two pieces together. Nice collectable pieces for a beginning collector. Length axe: 31 cm– width axe blade: 18 cm Length adze: 24.5 cm– width adze blade: 6,5 cm For more info and/or pictures. Feel free to mail me. Shipping cost for Belgium is 6.40 Euro(Kiala is also possible for Belgium) Please contact me for European and overseas shipment, I will then inform you of the corrrect shipping cost. The shipping cost indicated on ebay is an estimate. Payment can be made by international ... morebanktransfer(IBAN– BIC) or by Paypal. Thanks for looking at my auction and don't forget to check my other auctions. Too. You might find something you like.
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basket from the Kuba people of The Congo, worn with a tie at the waiste
Wonderful basket to be attached by raffia at the waites by the Kuba people of the Congo. Size:10" diameter x 6.5" high
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ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN "CHI-CHI" KUBA RUG. NATURAL DYES. VERY GOOD OVERALL CONDITION
ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN KUBA"CHI-CHI" RUG. Northeastern Caucasus Mountains, Kuba disrict on the border with Shirvan, 1st quarter of the 20th century, and coming in very good overall condition for the collector. The size is: 4'2" x 5'5" 127 x 165 cm) Woven on natural ivory wool warps and wefts with the alternating warps being depressed giving the weaving a"ribbed" feeling to it on the reverse. The weaver of this rug has accomplished a masterfully cheerful expression of design using only 3 predominate colors. The red and blue dyes are natural and derived from plant sources, ie; madder and indigo. The white areas are natural ivory wool and the design motifs are outlined in natural brown wool showing slight oxidation. The top and bottom endings are original and complete and now sewn secure to prevent any future ... moreloss of structure(see photo 12) The side cord over-castings wrapped in natural ivory cotton are original and complete(see photos 6, 7, and 8) The pile is mostly allover medium(see photo 11) with a couple areas of lower pile condition(see photos 9 and 10) With a high quality rug pad placed underneath, this weaving is immediately ready to be placed as a decorative floor covering in the home or office. If you have any questions concerning this antique Caucasian Kuba"Chi-Chi" rug, feel free to call Michael Phillips at(303) 885-7599 or email me(READ: phillipsrugs at comcast dot net) Please take a little extra time to review all of the other fine antique rugs and weavings of merit I have posted exclusively with eBay auction this week and do remember to bookmark my eBay seller ID: imokub2(I am okay. You be too) to your"favorite sellers list" to see my weekly future eBay offerings of antique oriental rugs, carpets, tribal bags, kilim weavings, and textiles of merit. NOTE All my eBay offerings come with an unconditional 100% money back refund guarantee(including all initial s/h/ins. fees) if for ANY reason the winning bidder is not happy with their antique oriental ru
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CAUCASIAN AFSHAN KUBA, 19TH CENTURY
CAUCASIAN AFSHAN KUBA. 19TH CENTURY Description: This is a great old Caucasian Rug. It is a fairly rare Afshan Kuba. It dates from the mid to late 19th Century. It show some overall surface ware and it has several tears. There are 2 poorly done. inlaid" type repairs. This great rug measures 48" X 57" It has recently been washed so there are no critters. Stains, odors etc. ``d.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2B%3E%60%60d-13f54c1bc0d-0x103-
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Rare old Kuba Tukula box
Up for auction with no reserve: an old intrinsically carved Kuba tukula box showing a rather rare form. I acquired this one from an old Belgian collection many years ago. The lid displays a micro encrusted surface with a magnificently carved INGAL design. see page 171 of Joseph Cornet's'Art Royal Kuba' Length: 23cm Width: 9 cm Height: 6 cm Registered shipping to UK. France and rest of Europe: 15£ TO USA and rest of the world: 18£
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Kuba cuba slang lernen Aussprachetrainer Reise know how NEU Sprachkurs wow
AusspracheTrainer(Audio-CD) Laufzeit ca. 60 min. In diesem Sprachtrainer werden die wichtigsten Redewendungen und Wörter aus dem Buch systematisch zum Üben vorgesprochen und wiederholt. So lässt sich die Sprache quasi nebenbei erlernen. Der Vokabeltrainer funktioniert ohne das Wörterbuch und kann auf allen CD-Playern eingesetzt werden. Die wichtigsten Vokabeln und Floskeln aus dem Reisealltag- Zuerst wird die deutsche Version gesprochen. Anschließend der fremdsprachige Satz mit einer Nachsprechpause und zur Kontrolle wird dieser nochmals wiederholt- Die Aufnahmen wurden mit Muttersprachlern aufgenommen Hier im Shop finden Sie auch das passende Begleitbuch Die für meine Angebote geltenden Allgemeinen Geschäftsbedingungen und Datenschutzerklärung. Die Anbieterkennzeichnung sowie eine Widerrufsbelehrung ... morefür Verbraucher finden Sie auf meiner"Mich Seite" Alle Preise inkl Mwst. Gegenüber Verbrauchern tragen wir immer das Versandrisiko. Kundeninformation: Wir versenden schnell. Spätestens 2 Tage nach Zahlungseingang auf unserem Paypalkonto bzw Bankkonto, bitte beachten Sie dass Büchersendungen oder Warensendungen aus unseren bisherigen Erfahrungen bis zu 8 Tage brauchen können Bei Fragen aller Art mailen Sie uns gerne an PS:Hier im Shop finden Sie auch das passende Begleitbuch! VIELEN DANK FÜR IHREN BESUCH IN UNSEREM SHOP. Erstellt durch Das kostenlose Einstell-Tool. Stellen Sie Ihre Artikel schnell und bequem ein und verwalten Sie Ihre aktiven Angebote.
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Kuba Beaded Belt Cowry Shells Beads Congo African SALE Was $90
Title, Kuba Beaded Belt Cowry Shells Beads DR Congo African, Type of Object, Belt, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, raffia fibers. Beads, cowry shells, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 35 inches long Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, dust on cowry shells, Additional Information: This beautiful belt. Made of glass beads and cowry shells embroidered onto hand-woven raffia fabric, was used ... moreto hold upon the voluminous raffia skirts worn by nobles in the Kuba Kingdom in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The prominent display of cowries in the royal costume emphasizes the ruler as by far the wealthiest person in the kingdom, so wealthy that he purportedly ate pulverized cowries as part of his diet. A king's rainment weighed as much as 185 pounds! The 130 titled individuals at court also had their own costume forms. Recommended Reading: Cornet's ART ROYAL KUBA. Mack's EMIL TORDAY AND THE ART OF THE CONGO 1900-1909. 71458* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problem
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Kuba Carved Comb with Female Bust on Top DRCongo African
Title, Kuba Carved Comb with Female Bust o Top DRCongo African, Type of Object, Comb, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, 20th century Dimensions, 12 inches H. x 2.25 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear and chips in places, Additional Information: Combs are basic to any sense of grooming and are found throughout Africa. Carved combs with a figure such as this with ... morethe head of a woman raises the level of the comb from simply serving to comb the hair to an object that carries a message. Displays a symbol or simply serves as being aesthetically embellished. The figure that embellishes this comb's handle is carved in Kuba style. This is a charming piece to add to any collection. 73156* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an ite
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Antique Handwoven African Kuba Basket - Made In Zaire
Greetings. I am pleased to be able to offer this antique. African made, handwoven, Kuba basket collected in Zaire.These antique baskets are great for storing anything. This basket specimen measures 7 inches long from one end to the other at the longest point and is in excellent condition. This antique traditional piece of African art would be a perfect addition to any African collection. Please feel free to email me for more pictures before buying. I accept PayPal. I love to combine shipping on multiple buys so check out my eBay store. For buyers of multiple items please email me when your done'shopping' for your custom made invoice with combined shipping& insurance fees. Feel free to combine buys for up to two weeks but email me to let me know your intentions. See my'ME' page for more information. Thanks for your interest. ... moreBe sure to add me to your!
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African Kuba Cloth, hand made in Congo, 17" x 56"
Hand made Kuba cloth textile from Congo. 17" x 56" long, in very good condition.
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African Applique style Kuba Cloth, hand made in Congo
This vintage hand-made skirt piece. Raffia applique type Kuba cloth has several stains as seen in the photos which adds to it's character and charm. It measures 30" x 7 feet long.
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African Kuba cloth, hand made vintage piece from Congo
Vintage. Hand made, 19" x 88" skirt piece, appliqued style Kuba cloth made of raffia.
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AFRICAN KUBA CLOTH PIECE 70's
Wonderful piece of African Kuba cloth. Beautiful orange and blue colors. End is uneven has uneven colors. Measures approx. 19" x 58" Lovely piece. Posted with
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African Kuba Cloth purchased in 70's
African Kuba cloth bought by dealer in 70's. Great condition. A stunner! 25.5" x 22.5" RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*73c7e%3D%3E-13f61e47ffe-0xe5-
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Kuba Appliquéd and Embroidered Raffia Textile African
Title, Kuba Appliquéd and Embroidered Raffia Textile African, Type of Object, Appliquéd raffia textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia palm fibers. Dyes, Approximate Age, contemporary, Dimensions, 15.5 inches W. x 42.5 inches H. Overall Condition, Good. S, Damage/Repair, Some loose stitching and fraying of fibers, Kuba Appliquéd/Embroidered Raffia Textile African A contemporary Kuba appliquéd and embroidered. Patterned with abstract geometric designs. Additional Information: The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design by Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi. Ph.D. In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements ... moreof the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly modern look. They use improvised systems of signs, lines, colors, and textures, often in the form of complex geometric rectilinear patterns. Their appliqués are reminiscent of works by 19th- and 20th-century masters like Matisse, Picasso, Klee, Penck, and Chellida. This is no coincidence: all of those artists were inspired by Kuba design! Appliqué is the most popular weaving technique among the Kuba. To create an appliqué. Kuba artists use a stencil to cut decorative designs out of a brightly colored cloth, and then sew or apply the designs onto a cloth of a different color. The designs are then placed on top of yet another cloth. Through this process, the artist has the freedom to create an almost unlimited variety of patterns and combinations. The most familiar appliqués are dark brown or black on an ecru background. A pattern which is sometimes seen in reverse. Other popular appl
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Kuba Kasai Fine Square Velvet Raffia Textile DR Congo African Superb
Title, Kuba Kasai Fine Square Velvet Raffia Textile DR Congo African Superb Type of Object, Raffia handwoven Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia palm fibers. Dyes, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 21.5 inches x 23 inches, Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washingÂ(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, ... morebut even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A Kuba square raffia textile decorated with finial diamond motifs. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design. By Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly modern look. They use improvised systems of signs, lines, colors, and textures, often in the form of complex geometric rectilinear patterns. Their appliqués are reminiscent of works by 19th- and 20th-century masters like Matisse, Picasso, Klee, Penck, and Chellida. This is no coincidence: all of those artists were inspired by Kuba design! The most commonly known of the Kuba textiles are the cut-pile Shoowa or Kasai Velvets. Named after the river
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Kuba Raffia Square Kasai Velvet Boutallah Handwoven Textile DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Raffia Square Kasai Velvet Boutallah Handwoven Textile DR Congo African Type of Object, Raffia textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia palm fibers. Dyes, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 23.5 inches x 22 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any ... moremanner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washingÂ(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A Kuba square raffia textile decorated with beautiful diamond designs. Boutallah" is the name traders have given to Kuba squares with thicker. Plusher embroidery. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design. By Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly modern look. They use improvised systems of signs, lines, colors, and textures, often in the form of complex geometric rectilinear patt
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95526) Raffiakleid Kuba Kongo Afrika
Deutsch English Français Monats-Spezial Monatliches Spezialangebot. Ende jeden 1. Montag im Monat. Monthly Special Monthly special offer ending on the first monday each month. Offre de mensuel Mensuel offre spéciale se terminant le premier lundi de chaque mois. Beschreibung: Afrikanisches Raffiakleid der Kuba. Kongo. Diese aufwendig bestickten Stoffe dienen den Kuba-Völkern als Brautgeld und primitives Zahlungsmittel. Darüber hinaus harmonieren sie ganz ausgezeichnet auch mit modernen Wohnungseinrichtungen, obwohl traditionell gefertigt. Aus mehreren Segmenten zusammengenäht. In reiner, sehr aufwendiger Handarbeit ausgeführt. Aus den Fasern der Raffiapalme handgewebt. Gebrauchsspuren. Gewicht: 225 g. Länge/Tiefe: 98 cm. Breite: 45 cm. Description: African raffia dress from the Kuba. Congo. This elaborately ... moreembroidered cloth serves the Kuba people as dowry and primitive means of payment. Apart from that they also excellently harmonise with modern furnishing even though they are manufactured in a traditional way. Finely, elaborately crafted, stitched together from several segments. Hand weaved from fibres of the raffia palm. Usage traces. Weight: 225 g. 7.88 oz. Lenght/Depth: 98 cm. 38.58 in. Width: 45 cm. 17.72 in. Poids: 225 g. Longueur/profondeur: 98 cm. Largeur: 45 cm. Nous ne parlons pas francais. Par contre nous utilisons un programme logiciel de traduction, pour cela nous vous demandons d`etre court et simple dans vos ecrits, au cas ou vous avez des questions a poser, cela nous aideras a mieux vous servir. Respectez aussi et surtout l`orthographe. Soyez comprehensif, surtout que nous n`avons pas un traducteur automatique de texte pour vous repondre. Nous ne pouvons pas prendre la responsabilite de ce que notre programme logiciel de traduction vous repond, autant que nous ne comprenons pas ce qu`il vous a ecrit. Zustand siehe Fotos, Ständer und Unterlagen nicht im Lieferumfang falls nicht ausdrücklich erwähnt, For the condition see the pictures, Mask stands an
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Kuba Chief Hat with Cowry Shells Beads Leather DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Chief Hat with Cowry Shells Beads Leather DR Congo African Type of Object, Hat, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia fibers. Cowry shells, beads, cotton cloth, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 10 inches W. x 3.25 inches H. Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Extensively worn. Cracks in leather, missing cowry shells and beads, Additional Information: An interesting ... morepiece of handwoven raffia hat. With a frame made of raffia fibre and covered with a cotton cloth. Outside, the top is decorated with animal skin. On the sides decoration include panels of cowry shells, alternate with panel of beadsand nother panel with the inscription in beads: CHEF DITALALA(which van be translated by Chief Ditalala in English) The composition of the cowrie shells a beads follows the(Ba)Kuba favored style of decorative art. The form of this cap is unusual and recall a type of European military hats(see Arnoldi& Kreamer eds. Crowning Achievements, fig. 9.19) Kuba hats are worn by the Kings and his dignitaries as a part of a daily attire and also as ceremonial hats. Beaded hats are part of dignitaries regalia that indiate their status and social rank. They also intend to demonstrate royal health and power. Within Kuba culture. Cowrie shells and beads are associated to the wealth and power of the kingship. such caps display royal wealth and prestige. For more information see Joseph. Cornet, Art Royal Kuba, 1982, Edizioni Sipiel: Milano; Mack's EMIL TORDAY AND THE ART OF THE CONGO 1900-1909. Patricia Darish and David Binkley. Headdresses and titleholding Am
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2274 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2274 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 23.5" 59.7 cm) x 19.5" 49.5cm) Item: 2274 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2275 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2275 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 21.5" 54.6 cm) x 17.75" 45.1cm) Item: 2275 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2273 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2273 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 23.75" 60.3 cm) x 23.5" 59.7cm) Item: 2273 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2272 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2272 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 24.75" 62.9 cm) x 21.75" 55.25cm) Item: 2272 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. T
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2270 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2270 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 24.25" 61.6 cm) x 20.25" 51.4cm) Item: 2270 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. Th
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2271 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2271 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 24.75" 62.9 cm) x 22" 55.9cm) Item: 2271 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The r
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2269 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2269 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 22.75" 57.8 cm) x 18.25" 46.4 cm) Item: 2269 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. T
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2268 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2268 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 22.25" 56.5 cm) x 19.75" 50.2 cm) Item: 2268 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. T
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2267 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2267 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 22.75" 57.8 cm) x 18" 45.7 cm) Item: 2267 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2266 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2266 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 23" 58.4 cm) x 17" 43.2 cm) Item: 2266 Condition: Good. Provenance: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. ... moreHence. Panels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The roo
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KUBA CAMARO 101 SCHICKES KOFFERRADIO RADIO
Kuba Camaro 101. Schickes Kofferradio, funktioniert auf UKW, LW, MW und KW über Batterien und externes Netzteil(nicht dabei) AFC(die AFC-Taste rastet nicht aus) Klangregler, intakte und originale Antenne, sauberes Batteriefach, Anschluss für Kopfhörer, externe Antenne und Netzteil, Maße: 28 x 17 x 8 cm, das Gehäuse hat leichte Abriebspuren(siehe Fotos unten) bitte hier klicken. Um meine anderen Artikel anzusehen. English speakers please ask for a translation and shipping price. Click here for all my items in a glance: Anbieterkennzeichnung siehe Michseite Kostenlose XXL Bilder bei TRIXUM.DE.
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SCULPTURE STATUE EN BOIS KUBA DU CONGO 50 cm.
KUBA DU CONGO 50 cm. réduction pour envoi groupé CHAQUE SCULPTURE EST UNIQUE Nota: le paiement doit être fait dans les 4 jours suivant l'achat. Les autres cas merci de communiquer lorsque le paiement sera effectué car sans nouvelles de votre part la vente sera annulée.
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Kuba Raffia Textile Bushoong DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Bushoong DR Congo African, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba/Bushoong, Materials, Raffia, Approximate Age, mid 20 thcentury, Dimensions, 132 x 33.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, minor holes. Tears, wear, discoloration, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washingÂ(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: An older textile with evident wear. Fading, discoloration-and glorious design and workmanship. 132 X 33.5 ... moreinches. This is a multi-panel skirt(Ntshak) worn wrapped multiple times, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly modern look. They use improvised systems of signs, lines, colors, and textures, often in the form of complex geometri
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Kuba Raffia Textile 18 Feet African Booshong DR Congo
Title, Kuba Raffia textile 18 Ft Bushoong DR Congo African Superb, Type of Object, Kuba Women's Skirt. Superb quality Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Bushoong, Materials, Raffia. Dyes Approximate Age, early twentieth century. Dimensions, 216 X 36 inches, Overall Condition, very good, Damage/Repair, General wear We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washingÂ(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information:   This is a woman's skirt. A multi-panel skirt, ... moreworn wrapped multiple times, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece takes months to make. I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly modern look. They use improvised systems of signs, lines, colors, and textures, often in the form of complex geometric rectilinear patterns. Their appliquÃ
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Kuba Raffia Textile Ntshak 18 Feet Long DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Ntshak 18 Feet Long DR Congo African, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, raffia. Dyes, Approximate Age, Early to mid 20th century, Dimensions, 25 inches x 216 inches(18 feet) Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, loose seams. Holes, tears, stains, wear, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been ... morelaundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washingÂ(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This is a skirt. Worn wrapped multiple times, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, mea
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VELVET KUBA 'SHOOWAH" PRESTIGE CLOTH 22" x 24" INCHES - QAUDRANGLE PATTERN
r- KUBA ZAIRE PRESTIGE CLOTH"In the past. Kuba cloths of cut pile were prestige items, rarely worn but used as signs of wealth during life and at death. To make one could take up to a year. The base fabric was woven by men from softened raffia(palm leaf fibers) and usually left its light tan color. Women then applied two decorative techniques, embroidery- that is further stitching onto the base material- and plush or cut pile. Marc Ginzberg African Forms. The Boutalla are the more plush of the Kuba"square" textiles. And the designs are elaborate and exceptional. These textiles were used as currency, and as ceremonial offerings, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and was formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia ... morepalm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. The true jewels of textile art are the small Shoowa cut-pile cloths. Their compex interplay of geometric symbols. Inventive rhythm and balance, uniquely individual designs and tight"velvet"surfaces created objects so mysteriously alluring the Kuba people traded them as currency and were the standard by which a family's wealth and status were judged. These raffia cut-pile cloths, woven by men, were embroidered by women with no stitching visible on the back. Highly prized for their inventive patterns, they are further embellished with tight tufting, leading to the nickname"Kasai velvet" They were sewn together for ceremonial dress and covered royal stools. As a sign of status and to provide for the afterlife they were buried with kings or those fortunate enough to own many. 22" x 24" MEDIUM WEIGHT HIGH/LOW PLUSH& STITCHING. CONDITION IS EXCELLENT BROWNS, BLACKS, TANS, GOLDS. NO TEARS. NO HOLES, LIGHT WEAR, 4 BOUND EDGES) THIS IS A 10+ YEAR OLD CLOTH AN EXCELLENT PATTERN. SOME PEOPLE FRAME AND HANG THESE AS
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Kuba Royal Helmet Mask M'Boom Custom Stand Africa SALE Was $690
Title, Kuba Royal Helmet Mask M'Boom Custom Stand, Type of Object, Royal Mask, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, wood. Beads, cowrie shells, copper alloy, Approximate Age, second half/Last quarter 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches height x 9.5 inches width x 14 inches depth, Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, minor cowrie shell damage. Some oxidation on metal. Scars and scrapes on inside of mask. Additional Information: ... moreAn example of one of the three accepted Kuba"royal" masks. Known as M'boom or Bwoom mask. This mask has a bulbous forehead and an underslung jaw. Copper alloy ornaments the forehead, nose, and the mouth. The helmet mask is nicely embroidered with cowrie shells and beads. This mask is well carved and beautifully decorated. It has a lot of presence and its overall condition is very good. In fact. Without the bulging forehead which identifies"M'boom" or"Bwoom, the mask would have been difficult to categorize. This is probably due to the diverse stylistic elements found throughout Kuba territory, as the mask has features more commonly found among the Kuba sub-groups. Bwoom" represents the evil brother in ceremonial reenactments of Kuba mythology, as well as the inevitable struggle for power among individuals. In these dances, Bwoom seeks both the mythical throne of his brother, Mwaash A Mboy, as well as the king's wife, Ngaady A Mwaash. Bwoom, a pygmy, symbolically speaks for the common man, with all the temptation and folly that entails. This colorful trio of characters comprises the recognized pantheon of the royal helmet masks, w
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Kuba Raffia Ceremonial Skirt Ntshak RED African Textile Superb
Title, Kuba Raffia Ceremonial Skirt Ntshak RED African Textile Superb, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 150 x 38 inches, Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, holes and rips in places. Discoloration/faded colors, stains, repairs and cuts in small places. We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of ... moretextiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This is a magnificent raffia textile from the Kuba. From the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. This red appliqued textile is is a multi-panel skirt(Ntshak) worn wrapped multiple times around the waist. On this textile the strips are sewn on using a machine. And this offered textile is signed! This textile is made by both men and women. Men did the weaving. Women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. Kuba textile of this quality are becoming rare. This one will be a central piece in any collection of African textile. I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Texti
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Kuba Raffia Textile Ntshak Women's Skirt, Africa 19 Feet
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Ntshak Women's Skirt. Africa 19 Feet, Type of Object, Raffia Textile Ntshak Women's Skirt, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Bushoong, Materials, Raffia Approximate Age, mid twentieth century. Dimensions, 229 x 35 inches, Overall Condition, Poor, Damage/Repair, stains. Rips on seams, and holes or tears, indigenous repair in places. We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This is a wonderful woman's skirt ... morefrom the Kuba. This large raffia skirt is a multi-panel skirt that was worn wrapped multiple times around the waist. By the Kuba women in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire. This is a great piece of textile made by both men and women. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. I wrote a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly moder
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Kuba Raffia Textile Superb Ntshak Red African Cloth
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Superb Ntshak Red African Cloth, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Bushoong, Materials, Raffia, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 211 inches x 36 inches, Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, small holes. Patches and rips in places, discoloration, stains. We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which ... morehave been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This is a magnificent raffia textile from the Kuba. From the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. This red embroidered textile is is a multi-panel skirt(Ntshak) worn wrapped multiple times around the waist. The strips are sewn using a machine. This textile is made by both men and women. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representat
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Kuba Raffia Textile Embroidered Large Ntshak Skirt African SALE Was $750
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Embroidered Large Ntshak Skirt African, Type of Object, Textile. Hanging, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia. Dyes, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 270 inches by 36 inches, Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, patches as indigenous repair. Stains and loose threads in places. An inscription of a name in th back! We do not recommend laundering textiles. And ... moredo not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: These textiles were used as currency. And as ceremonial offerings, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo Large textiles like this were used as a ceremonial and a women dancing cloth in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo, and was formerly Zaire. This textile was probably made by the Bushoong. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. The motifs are applied without any order, but, they seem to have a certain connection between them. Only artisans can tell with precision the meanings of these designs. I have examined this piece and agree with
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Kuba Beaded Belt 56 Inches DR Congo African SALE Was $95
Title, Kuba Beaded Belt 56 Inches DR Congo African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Beaded Belt, Country of Origin, SDR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, glass beads. Raffia fibers, cowrie shells, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, Length is 56 inches. Overall Condition, Good.  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. None, Damage/Repair, None, Additional Information: This belt. Made of glass beads and cowry shells embroidered onto hand-woven raffia fabric, ... morewas used to hold upon the voluminous raffia skirts worn by nobles in the African Kuba Kingdom in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The prominent display of cowries in the royal costume emphasizes the ruler as by far the wealthiest person in the kingdom, so wealthy that he purportedly ate pulverized cowries as part of his diet. A king's rainment weighed as much as 185 pounds! The 130 titled individuals at court also had their own costume forms. For more information, see Blier's ROYAL ARTS OF AFRICA. To see examples of Kuba beadwork, see Mack's EMIL TORDAY AND THE ART OF THE CONGO 1900-1909. 020838* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term cu
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Kuba Matisse Appliqued Raffia Textile DR Congo Long Africa
Title, Kuba Matisse Appliqued Raffia Textile DR Congo Long Africa, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Raffia. Dyes, Approximate Age, 20th century or contemporary, Dimensions, 158 inches L. x 26 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, minor rips, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry ... morecleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. A contemporary Kuba appliqué. Patterned with wonderful designs. Additional Information: The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design by Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi. Ph.D. In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kuba textiles have a strikingly modern look. They use improvised systems of signs, lines, colors, and textures, often in the form of complex geometric rectilinear patterns. Their appliqués are reminiscent of works by 19th- and 20th-century masters like Matisse, Picasso, Klee, Penck, and Che
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Kuba Raffia Woman's Ceremonial Skirt Ntshak Large African Textile
Title, Kuba Raffia Woman's Ceremonial Skirt Ntshak Large African Textile, Type of Object, Kuba Raffia Woman's Ceremonial Skirt Ntshak Large African Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Bushoong, Materials, Raffia Approximate Age, mid twentieth century. Dimensions, 24 inches x 239 inches, Overall Condition, Poor, Damage/Repair, wear. Stains, rips on seams, and holes or tears in places. We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: This ... moreis a superb woman's skirt from the Kuba. This large raffia skirt is a multiple panels skirt that was worn wrapped multiple times around the waist. By the Kuba women in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire. This is a great piece of textile made by both men and women. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. I wrote a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi Ph.D. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract art, meanwhile, has remained marginal. The textiles of the BaKuba(Kuba) people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are an exception. Although part of a tradition that stretches back 400 years, Kub
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Kuba Barkcloth Dancing CostumeDR Congo African SALE Was $210
Title, Kuba Barkcloth Dancing CostumeDR Congo African, Type of Object, Dancing Costume/Outfit African, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Bark. Pigment, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 49 inches H. x 62 inches W. Shoulder to shoulder, Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, several tears and holes. Loose threads, fraying bark in places, slight discoloration, seams loose, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do ... morenot accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: A colorful bark dancing costume including Pants and a long sleeves shirt! The BaKuba of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Formerly Zaire, are known for their exquisite raffia woven textiles, carved wooden palm wine cups and cosmetic boxes in interesting shapes, and masks reflecting their elaborate mythology. Bark cloth is known as ISHYEEN among the Kuba. The bark is obtained from a particular tree. After removal the bark is soaked in water until it is soft enough to be worked. Using ivory or wooden ponders one or more men beat the bark against a smooth horizontal tree trunk to expand it and make it softer. Once the bark is dried, the women will apply patterns on the bark by using black dye from the juice of the gardenia seed. Vansina's CHILDREN OF WOOT is a fascinating book about them. See also Cornet
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Kuba Raffia Textile Applique Matisse Checkerboard Africa SALE Was $225
Title, Kuba Raffia Textile Applique Matisse Checkerboard Africa, Type of Object, Textile, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Ngeende, Materials, Raffia, Approximate Age, mid 20 thcentury, Dimensions, 144 inches x 30 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, holes. Tears, stains, wear, loose seams, We do not recommend laundering textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Additional Information: Checkerboard and applique. This is a panel skirt, worn wrapped multiple times, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what ... moreis now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and was formerly Zaire. An older textile with evident wear, fading, discoloration-and glorious design and workmanship. 132 X 33.5 inches. This is a multi-panel skirt(Ntshak) worn wrapped multiple times, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm tree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. Matisse was hugely influenced by these textiles. And had a number of them in his bedroom. This is your chance to purchase an original-Matisse made copies! I have written a book on them. See Elizabeth S. Bennett and Niangi Batulukisi PhD. Kuba Textiles& Design, AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 41 pages. 28 full color photographs, paperback. The following are excerpts from Kuba Textiles and Design: In sub-Saharan Africa. Where representative art has flourished for centuries, carvers and crafts people have typically taken for their subjects human figures, animals, plants, and elements of the natural world. Abstract
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African raffia cloth Kuba People hand woven palm fiber waist wrap 49x21in #5336
African Kuba raffia cloth. Hand woven palm fiber, cut pile embroidery outlined in stitched embroidery, the technique produces what is known as velvet, vintage age, Congo, West Africa, Kuba People, This is a wrap around skirt or called a waist wrap. It is slightly misshapen from use and slightly soiled along the bottom, which is what you might expect from kneeling in the skirt. This helps to identify this skirt as something made for use, insead of something made for sale, the appoximate size at the widest point is 49in x 21in, 5336 The shipping quote is for the continental US Georgia residents pay 8% sales tax Allan Arthur Oriental Rugs and Tribal Arts Atlanta's largest collection of African Folk Art 1-800-686-7030
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ANTIQUE PLUSH VELVET KUBA PRESTIGE CLOTH 22" x 23"- INTENSE DIAMOND PATTERNS
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Kuba Royal Mask Bwoom DR Congo Africa
Title, Kuba Royal Mask M'Boom DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba-Bushoong, Materials, Wood. Hide, cooper alloy, aluminim, beads, cowrie shells, raffia fibers, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, Height is 12 inches. Wide is 10 inches. Overall Condition, Good Damage/Repair, wear. Chips in places, rusting metal, dents, loose strands, Additional Information: A superb example of one of the three accepted Kuba"royal" masks. Featuring exquisite geometric decoration. Intricate woven fringes with cowries and beads. The offered mask is a beautiful example with elaborate beadwork. This is a royal mask known as Bwoom recognized by the bulging forehead the exaggerate nose, the mask would have been difficult to categorize. This is probably due to the diverse stylistic elements ... morefound throughout Kuba territory, as the mask has features more commonly found among the Kuba sub-groups. Bwoom" represents the evil brother in ceremonial reenactments of Kuba mythology, as well as the inevitable struggle for power among individuals. In these dances, Bwoom seeks both the mythical throne of his brother, Mwaash A Mboy, as well as the king's wife, Ngaady A Mwaash. Bwoom, a pygmy, symbolically speaks for the common man, with all the temptation and folly that entails. This colorful trio of characters comprises the recognized pantheon of the royal helmet masks, which are eagerly sought-after by collectors and museums. This mask has a bulbous forehead and an underslung jaw. Copper ornaments the forehead. Raffia headdress and beard are embroidered with cowries. And beads are found on nose, forehead, lips, and back of headdress. The raffia is hand-woven. This mask has a lot of presence and would stand out in any collection. I Have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 69689* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since
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FINE ANTIQUE - 1930 BAVARIAN PORCELAIN BUD VASE FROM WESTERN GERMANY JOSEF KUBA
ANTIQUE BUD VASE BY JOSEF KUBA BORN 1896-1972 WHO OPERATED A SMALL PORCELAIN AND DECORATION COMPANY WITH HIS SON HORST KUBA IN BAVARIA, WESTERN GERMANY UNTIL ITS CLOSURE IN 1989. THE STAMP UNDERNEATH THE VASE WAS USED BY JOSEF KUBA"WIESAU" IN THE 1930'S. THIS ITEM IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND STANDS 2 1/2 INCHES IN HEIGHT AND IS APPROX. 2 INCHES IN WIDTH. IT HAS A YELLOW GOLD RIM AT THE OPENING AND THERE IS AN IMAGE OF A SMALL CHILD ON A FENCE IN THE FRONT OF THE VASE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. JUST EMAIL. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO HAVE A LOOK AT MY OTHER LISTINGS. THANK-YOU*PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT I DO COMBINE SHIPPING FEES ON SAME DELIVERY ORDER.
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KUBA AFRICAN ART SHOOWA CLOTH #2073 - For African Art Gallery
KUBA SHOOWA TEXTILE#2073 Tribe: Kuba- Shoowa. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Material: Raffia Palm. Size: 25" 63.5 cm) x 23" 58.4 cm) Item: 2073 Condition: Good. Note: James E. Adkins Estate Collection(Florida. USA) The basic material used in weaving panels of Kuba fabric is the fibre of the raffia palm(raphia vinifera) Which grows throughout the region. The outer layer of the young, plumelike leaves is split(frayed) and the fibres drawn. They may need to be twisted together and beaten to provide the threads used in the textiles. Weaving is the exclusive preserve of men, who work sitting at sloping looms. The finer the fibre, the stronger and tighter the woven fabric will be. The size of the woven panels is determined by the natural length of the raffia fibre; the individual fibres are not artificially lengthened. Hence. ... morePanels usually measure between about 50 x 60 cm and a maximum of 100 x 100 cm. The cloths are soaked. Kneaded and beaten to make them soft and supple. The basic reddish tone of the velvet is obtained by dyeing the untreated fabric using a powder made from red wood. Yellow ochre background colours are more common, however. The cloths are embroidered by women. The technique of cut-pile embroidery consists of passing threads between the warp and weft threads with a needle. Without any visible stitches or knots. The threads are then cut to leave a pile of about 2mm on either side, with the velvet fibres are secured in the middle only by the tightness of the underlying weave. The Shoowa are real masters of this technique, which demands a great deal of skill. An enormous amount of work is involved in making a raffia cut-pile panel. It is a process that can take between several months and more than a year. So it is not surprising that cut-pile"velvet" cloths are treasured as objects of value. For embroidery incorporating more than one colour(a technique found almost exclusively among the Shoowa) The raffia fibres are coloured with plant dyes before embroidering. The roots of
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AFRICAN ART KUBA MASK 13.5"-3LBS ZAIRE CONGO
Couple cracks along the middle of the mask(fixed by the natives)THIS IS A MASK MADE IN ZAIRE BY THE KUBA TRIBE.IT IS 13.5"LONG.MAXIMUM WIDTH OF THE MASK IS 8"IT WEIGHS AROUND 3LBS.FOR THE BOTTOM OPENING OF THE HELMET.IT IS 13"LONG,CENTER WIDTH IS 7.5"OVAL SHAPE)THE BOTTOM OPENING OF THE HELMET IS CHIPPED A LITTLE AT COUPLE PLACES AT THE EDGES.COUPLE SMALL CRACKS ON TOP OF THE HEAD.THE EYES ARE 4"APART.EACH EYE IS 3"IN DIAMETER.THE NOSE IS 4.5"LONG.THE MOUTH IS 3.5"WIDE.THE TIP OF THE NOSE IS 5.5"HIGH.THE TOP OF THE HEAD IS 5.5"HIGH.COUPLE SMALL CRACKS ON THE MASK.THE MASK IS CHIPPED A LITTLE AT COUPLE PLACES.Buyer pays for shipping and insurance. GT GALLERY s one of the biggest distributors of african art
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MUSEUM! OLDER PLUSH VELVET-KUBA TCLACA CLOTH 27"x 74"
KUBA PRESTIGE(ROYAL) SKIRT 27" x 74" In the past. Kuba cloths of cut pile were prestige items, rarely worn but used as signs of wealth during life and at death. To make one could take up to a year. The base fabric was woven by men from softened raffia(palm leaf fibers) and usually left its light tan color. Women then applied two decorative techniques, embroidery- that is further stitching onto the base material- and plush or cut pile. Marc Ginzberg African Forms. Kuba skirts. Tcaka. Long are cloths made from raffia, from 8- 25 feet long, from the Ngeende. Bushoong and Ngongo peoples. They incorporate appliqued"patches" embroidered shapes and patterns, openwork, tie-dye, cowrie shells, barkcloth and border elements. The appliqued"patches" originally repaired holes, then developed into traditional design motifs. ... moreMost are covered with geometric symbols; many are restrained, subtle and rhythmic designs using one technique; others create amazing quilt-like assemblages of old pieces of many forms. The full skirts, worn by men and women, are bunched up and wrapped around many times. A NOTE ABOUT THESE PHOTOGRAPHS: Being as long as they are. These skirts are extremely difficult to photograph. Although the color tends to be fairly uniform, they do appear lighter at the top than the bottom due to the location of the light source.What you see here are sections up to eight feet long taken from both ends. Any serious stains, holes or discolorations will be shown in the detail. These photographs were taken with the cloth lying loosely. It can be pinned flat for display. CARE: The cloth is not fragile and can be pinned onto a wall or panel for display. This auction features a one of a kind Kuba raffia textile; we have seen many on ebay but not one quite like this one; every Kuba raffia cloth is unique. This"appliquee" Kuba raffia cloth has a complex embroidered geometric design with great earthtone appeal. Its different black patterns contrast well with the beige background of the piece.
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SUPER FINE SHIRVAN KAZAK 3-11X2-1 CAUCASIAN KUBA DESIGN RARE FIND LOW PRICE DEAL
DESCRIPTION: YOU ARE BIDDING ON AN AUTHENTIC PAKISTAN/AFGHAN PESHAWAR TRIBAL HANDMADE AREA RUG. SIZE: 3'11"X2'1" MATERIAL: THE CONTENT OF THIS RUG IS WOOL PILE ON COTTON BASE. CONDITION: THE CONDITION OF THIS RUG IS EXCELLENT. SELLERS SPECIAL: ALL OF OUR RUGS ARE PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED AND WE DO INSPECT PERSONALLY ALL OF OUR ITEMS BEFORE SHIPPING. MARKET VALUE: THE VALUE OF THIS RUG IS IN THE RETAIL STORES SHOULD BE AROUND US$ 1223.00 RUG AGE: THE AGE OF THIS RUG IS AROUND 1-5 YEARS NEW. QUALITY: THE QUALITY OF THIS RUG IS APPROXIMATE KNOTS PER SQUARE INCH(KPSI) IS 180. ABOUT US WE ARE THE 3RD GENERATION FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS THAT SPECIALIZE IN HANDMADE ORIENTAL RUGS. WE HAVE SUPPLIERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD SUCH AS INDIA, IRAN, PAKISTAN, TURKEY, CHINA, AFGHANISTAN AND OTHERS. PLEASE VISIT OUR WAREHOUSE LOCATED ... moreIN HOUSTON. TX FOR TO TAKE AN ADVANTAGE OF OUR WHOLESALE PRICES TO THE PUBLIC. WE ARE ALSO PROVIDING THE SERVICES SUCH AS PROFESSIONAL CLEANING. REPAIRING, WASHING, RESTORATION AND APPRAISAL. IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTION PLEASE CONTACT US. SPECIAL NOTE FOR BUYERS THE RUG YOU ARE LOOKING ITS AN OLD RUG WE DO OUR BEST TO SHOWING YOU THE MAXIMUM EXPOSURE OF THE RUG. AFTER ALL WE ARE HUMAN AND MISTAKE IS POSSIBLE IF YOU FIND SOME UNEXPECTED WEARS, REPAIRS, ERROR OR IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFY WITH THE ITEM PLEASE CONTACT US AND WE WILL RESOLVE ANY ISSUE GOOD LUCK BIDDING. On Aug-08-12 at 17:03:37 PDT. Seller added the following information: On Oct-04-12 at 09:18:37 PDT. Seller added the following information: Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back
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SUPER FINE SHIRVAN KAZAK 3-3X2-0 CAUCASIAN KUBA DOUBLE KNOTTED BOKHARA QUALITY
RUG NO: DESCRIPTION: YOU ARE BIDDING ON AN AUTHENTIC PAKISTAN LAHORE HANDMADE AREA RUG. SIZE: 3'3"X2'00" MATERIAL: THE CONTENT OF THIS RUG IS WOOL PILE ON COTTON BASE. CONDITION: THE CONDITION OF THIS RUG IS EXCELLENT NEW NEVER USED. SELLERS SPECIAL: ALL OF OUR RUGS ARE PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED AND WE DO INSPECT PERSONALLY ALL OF OUR ITEMS BEFORE SHIPPING. MARKET VALUE: THE VALUE OF THIS RUG IS IN THE RETAIL STORES SHOULD BE AROUND US$ 975.00 RUG AGE: THE AGE OF THIS RUG IS AROUND 1-10 YEARS. QUALITY: THE QUALITY OF THIS RUG IS APPROXIMATE KNOTS PER SQUARE INCH(KPSI) IS 180. ABOUT US WE ARE THE 3RD GENERATION FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS THAT SPECIALIZE IN HANDMADE ORIENTAL RUGS. WE HAVE SUPPLIERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD SUCH AS INDIA, IRAN, PAKISTAN, TURKEY, CHINA, AFGHANISTAN AND OTHERS. PLEASE VISIT OUR WAREHOUSE LOCATED ... moreIN HOUSTON. TX FOR TO TAKE AN ADVANTAGE OF OUR WHOLESALE PRICES TO THE PUBLIC. WE ARE ALSO PROVIDING THE SERVICES SUCH AS PROFESSIONAL CLEANING. REPAIRING, WASHING, RESTORATION AND APPRAISAL. IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTION PLEASE CONTACT US. SPECIAL NOTE FOR BUYERS THE RUG YOU ARE LOOKING ITS AN OLD RUG WE DO OUR BEST TO SHOWING YOU THE MAXIMUM EXPOSURE OF THE RUG. AFTER ALL WE ARE HUMAN AND MISTAKE IS POSSIBLE IF YOU FIND SOME UNEXPECTED WEARS, REPAIRS, ERROR OR IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFY WITH THE ITEM PLEASE CONTACT US AND WE WILL RESOLVE ANY ISSUE GOOD LUCK BIDDING. On Aug-08-12 at 17:03:37 PDT. Seller added the following information: On Oct-04-12 at 09:18:37 PDT. Seller added the following information: Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2Bf52%3E-13f85913989-0xfb-
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RARE AFRICAN ART KUBA CUP 3FACES --10"-4LBS ZAIRE CONGO
THIS IS A CUP MADE IN ZAIRE BY THE KUBA TRIBE.IT IS 10"LONG.MAXIMUM WIDTH OF THE CUP IS 5" IT WEIGHS AROUND 4LBS.FOR THE TOP OPENING OF THE CUP.IT IS 5"X4.75"OVAL SHAPE) AND IT IS 6.5"DEEP.FOR THE BASE OF THE CUP,IT IS 5.25"LONG,CENTER WIDTH IS 5"OVAL SHAPE)COUPLE SMALL CRACKS ON THE EDGES OF THE BASE.THE EARS ARE 5"APART.THE EYES ARE 2.5"APART. EACH EYE IS 1.5"WIDE.THE NOSE IS 2"LONG.MAXIMUM WIDTH OF THE MOUTH IS 1.5"COUPLE SMALL CRACKS ON THE CUP.THE CUP IS CHIPPED A LITTLE AT COUPLE PLACES.THE CUP HAS 3 FACES,4EYES,3 NOSES AND 3 MOUTHS.THE HANDLE IS 5.5"LONG.Buyer pays for shipping and insurance.
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9-8X7-2 AUTHENTIC PERSIAN HANDMADE AREA RUG TRIBAL QASHQAI SHIRAZ ARDEBIL KUBA
RUG NO: 33377 DESCRIPTION: YOU ARE BIDDING ON AN AUTHENTIC PERSIAN SHIRAZ TRIBAL HANDMADE AREA RUG. SIZE: 9'8"X7'2" MATERIAL: THE CONTENT OF THIS RUG IS WOOL PILE ON WOOL BASE. CONDITION: THE CONDITION OF THIS RUG IS GOOD BUT DUE TO ITS OLD AGE IT MAY CONTAIN SOME LOW PILE AREA. SOME WORN AREA OR MINOR REPAIRS. SELLERS SPECIAL: ALL OF OUR RUGS ARE PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED AND WE DO INSPECT PERSONALLY ALL OF OUR ITEMS BEFORE SHIPPING. MARKET VALUE: THE VALUE OF THIS RUG IS IN THE RETAIL STORES SHOULD BE AROUND US$ 6916.00 RUG AGE: THE AGE OF THIS RUG IS AROUND 70-80 YEARS. QUALITY: THE QUALITY OF THIS RUG IS APPROXIMATE KNOTS PER SQUARE INCH(KPSI) IS 150. ABOUT US WE ARE THE 3RD GENERATION FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS THAT SPECIALIZE IN HANDMADE ORIENTAL RUGS. WE HAVE SUPPLIERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD SUCH AS INDIA, IRAN, ... morePAKISTAN, TURKEY, CHINA, AFGHANISTAN AND OTHERS. PLEASE VISIT OUR WAREHOUSE LOCATED IN HOUSTON. TX FOR TO TAKE AN ADVANTAGE OF OUR WHOLESALE PRICES TO THE PUBLIC. WE ARE ALSO PROVIDING THE SERVICES SUCH AS PROFESSIONAL CLEANING. REPAIRING, WASHING, RESTORATION AND APPRAISAL. IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTION PLEASE CONTACT US. SPECIAL NOTE FOR BUYERS THE RUG YOU ARE LOOKING ITS AN OLD RUG WE DO OUR BEST TO SHOWING YOU THE MAXIMUM EXPOSURE OF THE RUG. AFTER ALL WE ARE HUMAN AND MISTAKE IS POSSIBLE IF YOU FIND SOME UNEXPECTED WEARS, REPAIRS, ERROR OR IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFY WITH THE ITEM PLEASE CONTACT US AND WE WILL RESOLVE ANY ISSUE GOOD LUCK BIDDING. On Aug-08-12 at 17:03:35 PDT. Seller added the following information: On Oct-04-12 at 09:17:48 PDT. Seller added the following information: Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back
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BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE BEADED ROYAL KUBA BELT with COWRIES
KUBA ZAIRE/CONGO KING'S BELT This belt. Made of glass beads and cowrie shells embroidered onto hand-woven raffia fabric, was used to hold upon the voluminous raffia skirts worn by nobles in the Kuba Kingdom in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The prominent display of cowries in the royal costume emphasizes the ruler as by far the wealthiest person in the kingdom, VALUE- UP TO $250.00 SHIPPING IS $ FREE USA $ 10.000 INTERNATIONAL* Please note that all old used Arts will have minor imperfections. Chips, age cracks and other minor irregularities. If you cannot live with that or want a perfect piece. Please do not bid as old used items are never perfect. I will try as best to point out anything beyond that in my item descriptions. PLEASE READ THE LISTING BEFORE BIDDING. DO NOT BID IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO PAY. Return Policy: ... moreAll items purchased can be returned for a credit within 14 days if item is not as described(minus shipping costs) POLICIES: Buyer prepays. Plus shipping and handling, INSURANCE is Included. Winning bidders outside of the United States get Air Mail. After the auction has ended.EBAY will send you email notification of your winning bid. Requesting your shipping information. Upon your reply. Due within 3 business days, I will email you with complete information for mailing in your payment or charging through PayPal(available for U.S. customers and now most International countries) Payments are due within 14 days from close of auction. Seller reserves the right to relist item if payment is not received within stated time. Please check out my feedback comments left by ALL MY satisfied customers regarding my accuracy of descriptions. Quality of merchandise and care in shipping. As an Ebay Power Seller we guarantee our descriptions to be accurate. Sorry, no refunds for buyer's remorse. I invite you to please view my listing of other current eBay auctions. Multiple auctions won by the same bidder can be combined to help save on postage. SELLER RETAINS THE RIGHT TO NOT SELL
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BLK &GOLDS !HOURGLASS PATTERN VELVET KUBA CLOTH 21 x 23
KUBA ZAIRE PRESTIGE CLOTH"In the past. Kuba cloths of cut pile were prestige items, rarely worn but used as signs of wealth during life and at death. To make one could take up to a year. The base fabric was woven by men from softened raffia(palm leaf fibers) and usually left its light tan color. Women then applied two decorative techniques, embroidery- that is further stitching onto the base material- and plush or cut pile. Marc Ginzberg African Forms. The Boutalla are the more plush of the Kuba"square" textiles. And the designs are elaborate and exceptional. These textiles were used as currency, and as ceremonial offerings, in the Kuba Kingdom, which is in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and was formerly Zaire. Men did the weaving, women did the dying and embroidery. Raffia, which comes from the raffia palm ... moretree, is notoriously difficult to work with. Soaking and pounding were both used to soften the fibers. Each piece took months to make. The true jewels of textile art are the small Shoowa cut-pile cloths. Their compex interplay of geometric symbols. Inventive rhythm and balance, uniquely individual designs and tight"velvet"surfaces created objects so mysteriously alluring the Kuba people traded them as currency and were the standard by which a family's wealth and status were judged. These raffia cut-pile cloths, woven by men, were embroidered by women with no stitching visible on the back. Highly prized for their inventive patterns, they are further embellished with tight tufting, leading to the nickname"Kasai velvet" They were sewn together for ceremonial dress and covered royal stools. As a sign of status and to provide for the afterlife they were buried with kings or those fortunate enough to own many. 21" x 23" HEAVY WEIGHT, STITCHING, THICK PLUSH VELVET. DYES. CONDITION IS EXCELLENT TANS. BLACKS, BROWNS. GOLDS( NO HOLES. NO WEAR, BOUND EDGES) 1 + YEARS OLD CRISP AND LIKE NEVER USED A RICH POWERFUL ONE OF A KIND DESIGN. THE UNIQUE PATTERN K
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Kuba Drum Decorated with Face and Hand DR Congo African
Title, Kuba Drum Decorated with Face and Hand DR Congo African Type of Object: Musical Instrument. Drum, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Kuba, Materials, Wood. Animal skin, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, Height is 28.5 inches x 11 inches W. Overall Condition, Poor to fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, repair in skin. Holes, cracks in base, shallow cracks and holes in body, pegs missing, wear, cut and loose strands, stain, ... moreAdditional Information: A cylindrical drum with on the surface elaborate geometric motifs a on the side are reminiscent of patterns found in Kuba raffia textiles. Kuba cups and boxes, sculpture and masks. The handle is formed by a face and hand on one side, which are typical of the Kuba sculpture. The base is slightly cone-shaped The animal skin is held on with wooden pegs. The surface show traces of long use. Drum is in superb shape and sounds wonderful. According to a Belgian scholar. Joseph Maes, cited in many books, the motif of the hand is the warrior's emblem(Yolo) It recalls his investiture, at which he is sad to bring his enemy's hand. see similar example in Marie-Therese Brincard, SOUNDING FORMS. AFRICAN MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, fig. 12; see also fig 43 with similar head-and hand symbol. Elaborate drums are mainly used as symbols of the royal presence and as part of the king treasury. Recommended Reading: Marie-Therese Brincard. SOUNDING FORMS. AFRICAN MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. Cornet Joseph. Art Royal Kuba, 1982, Edizioni Sipiel Milano. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 61903* All content. Including pictures, Copyrig
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KUBA HANDFORGED AFRICAN IRON BLADE METAL KNIFE CURRENCY DR CONGO ZAIRE ETHNIX
TRADITIONAL HAND FORGED KUBA MONGO IRON METAL BLADE KNIFE CURRENCY D.R. CONGO Type of Object: FORGED IRON BLADE Ethnic Group: KUBA/ MONGO. D.R. CONGO Materials: IRON/WOOD. Approximate Age: 40+ years Dimensions: 19" x 5.5" 48 cm x 14 cm) Weight: 14.15 Ounces) 400 grams Overall Condition: Used. VERY GOOD rusty patina Additional Information: This handmade hand forged metal blade with wooden handle made was used as an item of trade or wealth transfer by a traditional KUBA blacksmith. Shipping& Handling Detail: US BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. ... morePlease check with your country's custom office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.
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Vintage African Mask KUBA CONGO (??) Scarification Dance Rites Nice EXC Med Size
Estate Fresh Vintage African Mask Measures 15" Tall x 9" wide x 3.5" 4.5" to nose. Inside mask depth, 3 in. Definitely a vintage mask. But likely made for the tourist trade, as it shows no evidence of having been used for ceremonial purposes. A very interesting example all the same. However, as a major motif here is there d iei ng traditional practice of scarification. Practiced by many African cultures, though it is becoming less frequent with Westernization and Globalization. When used, scarification demarks different life stages and even has an erotic function. The Congo Basin and surrounding areas are known for the most complex scarifications. Having searched through multitudes of examples of African masks, though I haven't found this particular example, it seems that this most closely resembles the masks of the ... moreKuba. Who reside in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo. I am not an expert on African masks by any means. But it is a very well-done and striking example. I would welcome any information that may add to attributing a tribe, style, or region. All Offers Considered. Shipping is Free via USPS PRI with 1-3 day handling. Until a buyer recently wanted me to cram a nice large framed print into a large flat rate box. I had 100% feedback. I ship at cost and get it to you the best way I know how, balancing economics and the safety of the piece. If you don't trust me to do the best by you, the buyer, as well as by the piece you are purchasing, please go elsewhere. The eBay shipping calculator makes mistakes, and I've been known to do the same. I could make more money focusing on my career rather than my hobby, which is trying to get lost objects to good homes. I have been both buying and selling on eBay since 2009. Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE!
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The Congo Collection: An Extremely Rare Kuba Bushoong Chief's Fly Whisk
This is an absolutely fantastic example of a Kuba Bushoong Fly Whisk with a gorgeous bronze or copper inlay- Most frequently used by elders or a chief as a sign of power and position. In addition to being used to swat away nagging insects. Most of the African Ethnographic pieces on E-Bay are of recent manufacture or were made for the purpose of re-sale- however this piece is museum quality and authentic! It was really used and was not made with the belief that it would reach a retail market. I actually picked this piece up last year in an area populated by the Hemba Ethnic Group- Democratic Republic of Congo(Zaire) on the West Side of Lake Tanganyka- so it had already traveled several hundred kilometers east of its tribe of origin. It measures just a little less than 20 inches in length. The horse-hair tail is approximately 15 inches in length ... moreand the highly detailed wooden handle is 5 1/8 inches long. There is a painted silver-colored metal ring which serves as a retaining device for the horse-hair and a swath of leather or animal hide. These museum quality pieces are getting harder and harder to find these days in Africa. The level of detail on this piece is spectacular. It is 60 to 65 years old and the nicest Kuba Fly Whisk I have seen in my travels in Central and East Africa. It shows signs of extensive use. Wear and age. Also remarkable is the color difference between the design created via the metal inlay and the underlying wood- the contrasting color scheme with the reflective metallic color stands out against the darker base wood. The craftsman who did this work was quite precise considering that only hand tools were employed for its fabrication more than six decades ago. Shipping and Handling is a flat $20 within the Continental United States. International Purchasers and those who want immediate delivery. Please contact me for a price estimate. The S&H prices below for Express Shipping are only an estimate. Cost varies depending on Buyer Location. I don't make any money on S&H. From time to
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