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A Fine Old Luguru Fly Whisk Ex Zabel

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A rare antique carved wood and animal hide fly whisk adorned with old glass beads and featuring a carved wooden female effigy as a handle. Luguru or related ethnic group, Tanzania, Africa. The Fly Whisk measures 23 inches tall on its professional custom display stand. Provenance: Ex Karl & Wilma Zabel collection, New York.

Condition

Good, well handled

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A Fine Old Luguru Fly Whisk Ex Zabel

Name: A Fine Old Luguru Fly Whisk Ex Zabel
SKU: 142273606
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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