Vessel

Kuba artist

19th–20th century

Not on view

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Title: Vessel
Artist: Kuba artist
Date: 19th–20th century
Geography: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sankuru River region
Culture: Kuba peoples
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: H. 6 3/4 x W. 4 x Diam. 3 1/2 in. (17.1 x 10.2 x 8.9 cm)
Classification: Wood-Containers
Credit Line: The Michael C. Rockefeller Memorial Collection, Purchase, Nelson A. Rockefeller Gift, 1972
Object Number: 1978.412.662
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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