African Artifacts and Textiles-Dr. Gould

African Artifacts and Textiles-Dr. Gould

Lot 558: Kuba Raffia Skirt

2024-01-21T15:00:00Z

Start price: $40

Estimated price: $225 - $300

Kuba Raffia Skirt

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Start price: $40

Estimated price: $225 - $300

Description

Kuba peoples, raffia wrap-around skirt, openwork embroidery including zig-zags and "boils". Likely first half 20th century, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, 52" x 26"

PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Condition: Fair; holes, staining, seam opening, significant wear consistent with use