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Head-Shaped Cup, 20th Century
Pende culture; Democratic Republic of the Congo
Wood; 5 x 3 3/4…
Cup
Head-Shaped Cup, 20th Century
Pende culture; Democratic Republic of the Congo
Wood; 5 x 3 3/4…
Head-Shaped Cup, 20th Century Pende culture; Democratic Republic of the Congo Wood; 5 x 3 3/4 x 3 3/4 in. 83.32.20 Gift of Dwight V. Strong

Cup

ClassificationsFurnishings-Serviceware-drinking vessels-cups
Culture Pende
Date20th Century
Made AtDemocratic Republic of the Congo, Africa
MediumWood
DimensionsOverall: 5 x 3 3/4 x 3 3/4 in. (12.7 x 9.5 x 9.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dwight V. Strong
Object number83.32.20
DescriptionCarved wood cup in the form of a human head which rests on a small neck and squared base. There is a squared handle on back of head. Made by the Pende culture of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Red camwood powder on interior of cup.
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