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An African beadwork trunk, possibly Nigerian

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An African beadwork trunk, possibly Nigerian

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Description

An African beadwork trunk
possibly Nigerian
20th century
height 21in (53cm); width 33 1/2in (85cm); depth 23in (58.5cm)
Provenance:
Property from the Estate of Lou Ann Zellers, Pacific Palisades, California.

Condition

With fabric handles and lined interior. With some fraying to fabric elements, notably to handles as visible in catalogue photos. Some loose threads and stitch areas of repair to beading. Areas of staining. Top can not be secured to base.

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An African beadwork trunk, possibly Nigerian

Name: An African beadwork trunk, possibly Nigerian
SKU: 125618608
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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