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Tribal Decorated Gourd Vessel

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Description

Tribal decorated gourd vessel, decorated with incised horse motifs and geometric patterns, possibly by the Kamba People in Kenya, raised on metal stand. Overall: 12.75" H; gourd: 9.25" H x 3.75" diameter.

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Tribal Decorated Gourd Vessel

Name: Tribal Decorated Gourd Vessel
SKU: 102505829
Price: 100 USD
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