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Baule Peoples, (2) finely carved fly whisk handles

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Baule Peoples, (2) finely carved fly whisk handles

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Baule Peoples, (2) finely carved fly whisk handles, Ivory Coast, one carved with seated bird finial, the other with three faces on a central band, the surface of each decorated with fine incising of geometric patterns, on custom stands, each approx. 12"h (handle)

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.

Condition

Good, attractive and likely authentic patina, small wood loss to bottom of one handle **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Baule Peoples, (2) finely carved fly whisk handles

Name: Baule Peoples, (2) finely carved fly whisk handles
SKU: 112683217
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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