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CENTRAL AFRICAN PUNU CARVED WOOD FIGURAL STAFF

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CENTRAL AFRICAN PUNU CARVED WOOD FIGURAL STAFF

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Central Africa, likely Angola, 20th century. Tall carved wood staff with standing female figural finial, possibly Punu. Accompanied by custom stand. Unmarked. Provenance: The Private Collection of Mr. Noel F. Parris, Fayetteville, Georgia. Approx. h. 54.25".

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Dryness cracks, small losses, and not apparent repairs.

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CENTRAL AFRICAN PUNU CARVED WOOD FIGURAL STAFF

Name: CENTRAL AFRICAN PUNU CARVED WOOD FIGURAL STAFF
SKU: 119394606
Price: 150 USD
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