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Lobi Peoples, (6) graduated sized flutes

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Lobi Peoples, (6) graduated sized flutes

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Description

Lobi Peoples, (6) graduated sized flutes, Burkina Faso, carved wood with dark patina, abstract anthropomorphic forms, including one exceptionally large example, 24"h (largest), 4"h (smallest)

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, some with aged patina, scattered nicks, scratches, rubbing **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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Lobi Peoples, (6) graduated sized flutes

Name: Lobi Peoples, (6) graduated sized flutes
SKU: 112683355
Price: 250 USD
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