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2 Antique African Lower Niger/ Igbo Bells, Nigeria,

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2 Antique African Lower Niger/ Igbo Bells, Nigeria,

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2 African Lower Niger/ Igbo Bells, Nigeria, Late 19th/Early 20th C. Cast bronze. Provenance: ex. Michael Oliver. Size: 1) 6'' x 3'' x 2'' (15 x 8 x 5 cm); 2) 6'' x 2'' x 1'' (15 x 5 x 3 cm).

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2 Antique African Lower Niger/ Igbo Bells, Nigeria,

Name: 2 Antique African Lower Niger/ Igbo Bells, Nigeria,
SKU: 121909515
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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