Large Makeup Box, Kuba, D.r.c
Artist: Kuba
Large make-up box called "Tukula" which was used during rituals.
It is trapezoidal in shape and is decorated with various geometric patterns. The lid is embellished with upholstery nails and is topped with a handle. The box still has its aluminum clasp representing them leaves ending in a hook. Wood with a patina of use, aluminium, upholstery nails. Slight slits.
Kuba people, Democratic Republic of Congo
Mid 20th century
Dim: 42 x 12 x 10 cm
It is trapezoidal in shape and is decorated with various geometric patterns. The lid is embellished with upholstery nails and is topped with a handle. The box still has its aluminum clasp representing them leaves ending in a hook. Wood with a patina of use, aluminium, upholstery nails. Slight slits.
Kuba people, Democratic Republic of Congo
Mid 20th century
Dim: 42 x 12 x 10 cm
220 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Condition of use
Length: 42 cm
Width: 12 cm
Height: 10 cm
Reference (ID): 999704
Availability: In stock
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