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Collection of 8 African Bamileke Fly Whisks, Cameroon

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Collection of 8 African Bamileke Fly Whisks, Cameroon

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Collection of 8 African Bamileke Fly Whisks, Cameroon. Carved wood, beads, horse hair. Size: 20'' x 4'' x 2'' (51 x 10 x 5 cm).

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Collection of 8 African Bamileke Fly Whisks, Cameroon

Name: Collection of 8 African Bamileke Fly Whisks, Cameroon
SKU: 121909592
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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