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Bamana Peoples, carved wood whistles

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Description

Bamana Peoples, carved wood whistles, Cameroon Grasslands, (5) pieces, 10.5"l x 2.25"w (largest), 8.25"l x 2.25"w (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/Fair, finish wear, some edge chips, show handling **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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Bamana Peoples, carved wood whistles

Name: Bamana Peoples, carved wood whistles
SKU: 112683577
Price: 175 USD
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