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African Kuba Mask, DRC

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African Kuba Mask, DRC. On stand. Carved wood, pigment, animal hair, beads, cowrie shells, plant fiber. Ex Collection Prof. Gene R. Shreve, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Size: 14'' x 11'' x 12'' (36 x 28 x 30 cm).

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African Kuba Mask, DRC

Name: African Kuba Mask, DRC
SKU: 144061225
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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