Price
£2750.00This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance
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Large Fragment of a Ceremonial Dance Skirt From The Kuba People.
Democratic Republic of Congo, circa 1900.
A rare women’s ceremonial dance skirt from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a strong artistic textile tradition, the Kuba people inhabit the fertile lands between the Kasai and Sankuru rivers in Sub-Saharan Central Africa. The cloth itself is made from dyed and woven raffia fibres. Now framed in ebonised wooden frames with black mounts.
Dimensions
Height - 112.00cm / Width - 98.00cmOpen Monday-Friday 10-6; Saturday 10-2; other times by appointment only
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- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
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