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A Holo Sculpture with Serpent

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A Carved wooden shrine idol shown with hands to head in traditional fashion and a serpent climbing up the front of the sculpture. Holo peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The Figure measures 21.75 inches tall on its professional custom display stand. Provenance: The Robert Banks collection, Maryland.

Condition

Weathered and worn, fair condition

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A Holo Sculpture with Serpent

Name: A Holo Sculpture with Serpent
SKU: 123856617
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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