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Idoma Male Ancestor sculpture with Offering

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Idoma Male Ancestor sculpture with Offering

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A large old carved wooden shrine idol of a male ancestor with offering. Idoma peoples, Nigeria, West Africa. The sculpture measures 36 inches tall on professional mount. Provenance: From the collection of Jack Faxon, Senator from Michigan.

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Good, well handled and worn

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Idoma Male Ancestor sculpture with Offering

Name: Idoma Male Ancestor sculpture with Offering
SKU: 104407863
Price: 850 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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