Lot 395
Of waisted form on three legs, the vessel embellished with snakes and geometric pattern, the group figural cover depicts a scene showing the coronation of a king surrounded by attendants giving offerings, old patina. 23cm high
Estimate $700 - $1,000
Kuduo were the possessions of kings and courtiers in the Akan kingdoms. Gold dust and nuggets were kept in kuduo, as were other items of personal value and significance. As receptacles for their owners' kra, or life force, they were prominent features of ceremonies designed to honor and protect that individual. At the time of his death, a person's kuduo was filled with gold and other offerings and included in an assembly of items left at the burial site.
Jewels & Objets D'Art
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8138
6:00pm - 27 June 2016
The NCJWA Hall, Sydney
VIEWING
Melbourne Viewing (333 Malvern Road,South Yarra)
Wednesday 15 June 9am-8pm
Sydney Viewing (The NCJWA Hall, 111 Queen St, Woollahra)
23-26 June 10am-4pm
27 June by appointment only
CONTACT
Robert Williams
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au