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Unknown (Historical) — Lega Ivory Spoon, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Unknown (Historical)

Lega Ivory Spoon, Democratic Republic of the Congo

This Lega ivory spoon from the Democratic Republic of the Congo represents traditional African craftsmanship and cultural artistry. The work demonstrates the skilled carving techniques employed by Lega artisans.

🔨 Auction Lot

Splendeurs : Chefs-d’oeuvre des Arts d’Afrique

June 8, 2022

Estimate: $100,000$150,000

Lot 9

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Unknown (Historical), Lega Ivory Spoon, Democratic Republic of the Congo

This Lega ivory spoon from the Democratic Republic of the Congo represents traditional African craftsmanship and cultural artistry. The work demonstrates the skilled carving techniques employed by Lega artisans.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Monochrome, Carved, African, Spoon, Ivory, Decorative Arts, Historical, Ornamental

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