Mbuun raffia basket, Congo - Lot 202

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100 - 300 EUR
Mbuun raffia basket, Congo - Lot 202
Mbuun raffia basket, Congo A cylindrical basket attributed to the Mbuun people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating from the first half of the 20th century. Made of woven plant fibers, it features a design of alternating light and dark bands arranged in vertical and horizontal bands. The top is closed by a domed lid made of more flexible woven material, while a side cord allowed for carrying or hanging. The interior retains a woven structure and a circular reinforcement. Antique patina with signs of wear, distortions, small missing sections, and irregularities resulting from use. Details: Origin: Mbuun, Democratic Republic of the Congo  Date: First half of the 20th century  Material: Raffia and woven plant fibers  Diameter: 12.5 cm  Height: 18 cm  Weight: 150 g
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