This 15-inch high vessel is a classic example of the sophisticated pottery traditions of the Mangbetu people from the northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mangbetu art is celebrated for its anthropomorphic elegance, specifically the depiction of elongated craniums—a practice known as lipombo, which was a traditional sign of beauty and high social status among the ruling class. These vessels were historically used for serving palm wine or water during important communal ceremonies and royal receptions. Hand-modeled from local clay, the vessel features a globular body that transitions into a long, graceful neck topped with a stylized human head. The "upward-gazing" expression and the meticulously rendered elongated skull are hallmarks of Mangbetu royal portraiture. The surface is adorned with delicate, hand-etched geometric patterns and "raised" nodules that mimic traditional scarification or jewelry. The terracotta has aged to a beautiful, variegated earth tone, showing authentic fire clouds (dark carbon spots) from the original open-pit firing process, along with a rich, time-worn patina.
With its 12-inch diameter and 15-inch height, this vessel is a monumental piece of "functional sculpture." It serves as a powerful focal point for a large console, a kitchen island, or a pedestal in a sun-drenched entryway.
- *Era:
Early to Mid-20th Century
- *Size: 12“(D) x 15“(H)
- *Material:
Hand-Modeled Terracotta (Clay)
- *Color: Aged Terracotta
- *Features: Anthropomorphic lipombo (elongated head) design; hand-etched geometric details; authentic open-fire patina.
- *Culture: Mangbetu People
- *Origin:
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa
- *Condition: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
SHIPPING POLICY
We offer FREE shipping on all orders. There are 2 methods used for shipment and delivery which are delivered curb-side:
1. FOR MOST RANGE HOODS, SINKS, FAUCETS AND ACCESSORY PRODUCTS - FedEx Ground is used for delivery. FedEx will deliver the product and leave outside of premise only with out calling to arrange delivery.
2. FOR RANGES, COOKTOP, DROP-INS, DISHWASHERS AND REFRIGERATORS - FedEx Freight is used for delivery. FedEx will call to arrange a specific delivery time and you will have to arrange to be at the ship to address to accept the product. FedEx will not deliver the product in the premise.
We do not ship to PO Boxes.
Fedex Freight delivers the product curb-side only and arrangements to move the product inside the premise will have to be made by the customer.
Full insurance is included in all shipments.
Tracking number(s) will be provided by the email supplied 1-2 business days* after the date of the order is placed and after which:
- Items shipped FedEx Ground will take 2-4 business days* after processing date.
- Items shipped FedEx Freight will take 3-5 business days* after processing date
ALL PRODUCTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY:
1. RANGE HOOD WARRANTY*:
ZLINE - All Range hoods have LIFETIME Warranty on the range hood motor fan and 3-Year warranty on range hood shell which includes control panel, stainless filters, chimney. *Extended warranty can be purchased from CPS.
THOR - All Range hoods have 2-Year warranty.
KUCHT - Range hoods have 4-year warranty on range hood shell which includes control panel, stainless filters, chimney and motor.
ILVE - All products have 2-year warranty
2. RANGES, OVENS, COOKTOPS AND DROP-INS WARRANTY:
ZLINE - All Ranges products and ovens have 1-year warranty. *Extended warranty can be purchased from CPS.
THOR - All Ovens, Cooktop and Drop-ins products have 2-year warranty
KUCHT - All products have 4-year warranty
ILVE - All products have 2-year warranty
3. SINKS WARRANTY:
ZLINE & BOCCHI sinks have LIFETIME warranty.
LATOSCANA sinks have 3-year warranty.
4. MICROWAVE WARRANTY:
All Microwaves have 2-year warranty.
5. DISHWASHER WARRANTY:
All Dishwashers have 2-year warranty.
THOR - 1-year warranty
Kucht - All products have 4-year warranty
6. FAUCETS WARRANTY:
All Faucets have Lifetime warranty.
7. REFRIGERATORS WARRANTY:
THOR - 2-year warranty
KUCHT - All products have 4-year warranty
*Please note: Extended warranty can be purchased form CPS (See above).
