Kuba Lidded Box with Basketry Trim Containing Anklets and Bracelets
African Art Collection
Among the Kuba, boxes for storing tukula powder were quite common. Ground from tukula wood, the red powder was used as a cosmetic and for protection against insects and the sun. Evidence of tukula powder is seen on this container. Oval-shaped container... This lidded wood box with basketry trim contains 31 Kuba beaded and cowrie shell anklets and bracelets.