Yaka Koopha cup - SOLD OUT
In traditional Yaka and Suku art, cups like this were reserved for chiefs. These are prestigious objects linked to the social status of their owner. The koopha cups were used to drink palm wine. The small face carved on the side faces indicates that the notable or chief who owned it was an initiate.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Circa 1950
- Size
- 6,5 x 13 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Condition
- Excellent
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In traditional Yaka and Suku art, cups like this were reserved for chiefs. These are prestigious objects linked to the social status of their owner. The koopha cups were used to drink palm wine. The small face carved on the side faces indicates that the notable or chief who owned it was an initiate.