Mbuti Peoples Barkcloth Panel

The auction will start in __ days and __ hours

Start price: $40

Estimated price: $150 - $250

Buyer's premium:

Description

Barkcloth panel from the Mbuti pygmy peoples, Ituri Forest, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, with traditional fruit juice and charcoal ink decoration, and fruit juice fixative. Likely first half of the 20th century.Approximate size, 14" x 30"

PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New York
Condition: Fair, some staining

Share this lot:

Terms and conditions
Increments table
Make an inquiry about this item