African Textiles and Artifacts-Dr. Gould
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Oct 12, 2023
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Dr. Philip Gould a distinguished Professor of Chinese Art at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, was in his personal life a passionate collector of tribal art and artifacts from around the world. This auction features many pieces from Dr. Gould's collection of African textiles and artifacts that he curated for numerous museum and gallery exhibitions. The collection includes fine examples of Kuba Textiles and Kente Textiles. Also featured are Masks, Carved Figures, Protective Fetishes, Cast Bronze Objects, Currency Cuffs and Hoes, Iron Currency, Hatchets, Ceremonial Swords, Throwing Knives, Terra Cotta Figures and Vessels.
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LOT 310:
A Rare Example of an Bura (Niger, West Africa) Terracotta Urn
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Sold for: $130
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$300 - $500
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A Rare Example of an Bura (Niger, West Africa) Terracotta Urn
A rare example of an Bura (Niger, West Africa) terracotta urn, 3rd - 13th century, showing remnants of slip color, and anthropomorphic face consisting of a long thin nose (complete with small nostrils), a mouth and ears, forming a face which is also cover. Approximate size, 6"H x 6"W
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New York
Condition: Fair: Loss to top, and excavated condition. Good excavated patina.
