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COLLECTION OF AFRICAN WOODEN AND METAL TOOLS

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Collection West African metal tribal rings: Collection West African metal tribal rings, 20th c., Mali and Burkina Faso, various tribes, (40+) pieces, incl. some zoomorphic and figural examples, 2.75"l (largest), 0.75"h (smallest)

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A collection of African tribal wooden carvings and a terracotta head . largest 40 cm.(10): A collection of African tribal wooden carvings and a terracotta head . largest 40 cm.(10)

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COLLECTION OF AFRICAN WOODEN AND METAL TOOLS

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Description

A collection of antique and vintage African tools hand crafted of wood and metal. Includes a wooden strip loom reed beater, a Kuba tribe African wood tobacco pipe, African tribal carved wood war club and more. The origin of each is indicated on the label. African Tribal Art For Collectors.

Dimensions: Size: Smallest: L: 3 1/8 in. Largest:: H: 9 1/4 in. L: 8 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.

Condition

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.

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COLLECTION OF AFRICAN WOODEN AND METAL TOOLS

Name: COLLECTION OF AFRICAN WOODEN AND METAL TOOLS
SKU: 146583816
Price: 10 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $150

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