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AFRICAN DRC SHORT CARVED WOOD FIGURE, W/ COWRIES

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AFRICAN DRC SHORT CARVED WOOD FIGURE, W/ COWRIES

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Description

Central African, 20th century. Democratic Republic of the Congo Songye style short divination figure with bell and cowrie shell necklace. Unmarked. Provenance: The Private Collection of Mr. Noel F. Parris, Fayetteville, Georgia. Approx. h. 6.75".

Condition

Dryness cracks, no apparent repairs.

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AFRICAN DRC SHORT CARVED WOOD FIGURE, W/ COWRIES

Name: AFRICAN DRC SHORT CARVED WOOD FIGURE, W/ COWRIES
SKU: 119394633
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $300

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Starting Price $75

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