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African Large Idoma Dance Crest Nigeria Large rounded

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African Large Idoma Dance Crest Nigeria Large rounded

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African Large Idoma Dance Crest Nigeria Large rounded head with circular eyes, cloth headdress, applied beard. Size approx 15 in H. + mount. Very old and lightweight. Most Idoma headdresses are very baroque and busy. Ex NY Artist Collection

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African Large Idoma Dance Crest Nigeria Large rounded

Name: African Large Idoma Dance Crest Nigeria Large rounded
SKU: 117088585
Price: 250 USD
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