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Yaka Nkanu Painted Panel

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Description

A beautiful old carved wooden house panel with mask like face and avian effigy, along with wonderful painted geometric motifs. Nkanu / Yaka peoples, DRC/ Congo, Central Africa. The panel Measures 31 x 12 inches. Provenance: Ex Dr Gilbert Jackson collection, Maryland.

Condition

fair, a bit weathered

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Yaka Nkanu Painted Panel

Name: Yaka Nkanu Painted Panel
SKU: 132811644
Price: 280 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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