Lot 0197

African Dogon Tellem Figure, Mali

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African Dogon Tellem Figure, Mali. carved wood. Provenance: Ex. Estate Collection Isadore and Nancy Marder, Philadelphia. Purchased 1969 from Pierre Verite, Galerie Carrefour, 141, Boulevard Raspail, Paris, France. Size: 28'' x 6'' x 6'' (71 x 15 x 15 cm); Height on stand: 28.5" (72 cm).

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African Dogon Tellem Figure, Mali

Name: African Dogon Tellem Figure, Mali
SKU: 129019775
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $600

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