The Dark Dish and R.K. Red Studio
Oakland, CA
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 6.5ʺD × 2.5ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Congo
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Natural cracks have formed from age. The lid does not lay fully flat Natural cracks have formed from age. The lid does not lay fully flat less
- Description
- This beautiful very unique box is crafted by the Kuba people of the Congo. The box is used for storing … more This beautiful very unique box is crafted by the Kuba people of the Congo. The box is used for storing Tukula a cosmetic powder product from grinding African sandalwood or Pterocarpus soyauxii. To the Kuba, Tukula it is an immensely valuable substance and is used in cosmetics and in ritual ceremonies. less
The Dark Dish and R.K. Red Studio
Oakland, CA
Super Seller
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