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Antique African Bambara (Bamana) Metal Shrine Figure,

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Antique African Bambara (Bamana) Metal Shrine Figure,

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Description

Antique African Bambara (Bamana) Metal Shrine Figure, Mali. On stand. Provenance: Gallery DeRoche, San Francisco. Size: 9.5'' x 2.5'' x .5'' (24 x 6 x 1 cm); Height on Stand: 9.75" (25 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection, Sonoma, CA.

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Antique African Bambara (Bamana) Metal Shrine Figure,

Name: Antique African Bambara (Bamana) Metal Shrine Figure,
SKU: 114610122
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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