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A Carved Wood Basonge/Songye Kifwebe Face Mask, DRC

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A Carved Wood Basonge/Songye Kifwebe Face Mask, DRC

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Ca. early to mid 20thC. Very good with age-appropriate wear, including wood losses as shown. Features a domed forehead with crest, flat beard, black and white pigment. Democratic Republic of Congo. Ex-Casa Nova, Santa Fe (copy of original receipt can be included if requested). Ex-Nooter coll.

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Dimensions

15 x 6 x 6.25 in

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A Carved Wood Basonge/Songye Kifwebe Face Mask, DRC

Name: A Carved Wood Basonge/Songye Kifwebe Face Mask, DRC
SKU: 152726213
Price: 520 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

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