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Ambete Reliquary Idol

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Carved wood, standing, stylized human figure holding hands to stomach having striated hairdo with a central crest. Votive compartment in back appears to be very well worn. Painted white ground with black highlights. Surface wear and obvious age and handling. Ambete peoples, Gabon, Africa. The sculpture measures 13.5 inches tall. Provenance: Ex private Washington DC collection.

Condition

fair, well weathered and worn

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Ambete Reliquary Idol

Name: Ambete Reliquary Idol
SKU: 119130694
Price: 70 USD
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