Antique Kuba Hand Carved Wood Tukula Red Powder Ceremonial Box Congo, Africa

Description

This is an antique, African made, hand carved, Kuba wooden lidded box which was collected from the Congo. This wooden box was traditionally used for
storing  tukula--a reddish powder made from the bark of a tree. Tukula was used
to paint the hair, face and chest during
ceremonies and was a highly valued, expensive belonging. This tukula box specimen measures 11 inches long from one end to the other at the longest point by 6 inches wide. Great condition with slight wear. This antique traditional piece of African art would be a perfect addition to any African collection. I combine shipping on multiple buys so check out my ebay store. For buyers of multiple items please email me when you are done shopping for your custom made invoice with combined shipping & insurance fees.