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Kuba, Poto & Kota Peoples, (4) swords

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Description

Kuba, Poto & Kota Peoples, (4) swords, DR Congo and Gabon, iron, copper, wood, woven rattan, the blades with etched geometric designs, 23"l (largest)

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Condition

Good, aged patina, hairlines in wood, scattered nicks and scratches **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Kuba, Poto & Kota Peoples, (4) swords

Name: Kuba, Poto & Kota Peoples, (4) swords
SKU: 120923816
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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