Lot 0533

Group of African Spears, Bakuba and Other Congo Basin Peoples

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Group of African Spears, Bakuba and Other Congo Basin Peoples

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Group of African Spears, Bakuba and Other Congo Basin Peoples. Ex Collection Prof. Gene R. Shreve, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Size: Lengths ranging from: Size: 19'' (48 cm) to 62" (157 cm).

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Group of African Spears, Bakuba and Other Congo Basin Peoples

Name: Group of African Spears, Bakuba and Other Congo Basin Peoples
SKU: 138520333
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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