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African Eket Ibibio Marionette Headcrest, Nigeria

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African Eket Ibibio Marionette Headcrest, Nigeria

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African Eket Ibibio Marionette Headcrest, Nigeria. Carved wood. On stand. Provenance: Ex. Estate Collection Isadore and Nancy Marder, Philadelphia; purchased 1972 from expert Helene Kamer, 9 quai Malaquais, Paris, France. Size: 28'' x 10.5'' x 6.75'' (71 x 27 x 17 cm).

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African Eket Ibibio Marionette Headcrest, Nigeria

Name: African Eket Ibibio Marionette Headcrest, Nigeria
SKU: 121909468
Price: 700 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,200 - $1,800

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