Kuba. <em>Cup</em>, early 20th century. Wood, 5 7/8 x 3 15/16 in. (15 x 10 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Expedition 1922, Robert B. Woodward Memorial Fund, 22.801. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, CUR.22.801_front_PS5.jpg)

Cup

Artist:Kuba

Medium: Wood

Geograhical Locations:

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Dates:early 20th century

Dimensions: 5 7/8 x 3 15/16 in. (15 x 10 cm)

Collections:

Arts of Africa

Accession Number: 22.801

Image: CUR.22.801_front_PS5.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Wooden drinking cup with handle. From top and bottom, cup curves towards narrower central portion. Long narrow handle has a carved woman's face at top and bottom, each chin connected to the central holding device. Carved into vessel are strong vertically-arranged chevron designs with parallel linear bands at top and bottom. Smooth interior. Condition: Poor

Cup

Brooklyn Museum