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African, Fon People, Benin (SW Nigeria), Iron Ancestors Worship Portable Altar

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African, Fon People, Benin (SW Nigeria), Iron Ancestors Worship Portable Altar

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Description

Fon People, Benin (SW Nigeria), iron Ancestors Worship Portable Altar with wind bell and figures, 9"h x 9.25" diameter

PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Condition

Good, rust

Dimensions

9 x 9.25 in

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African, Fon People, Benin (SW Nigeria), Iron Ancestors Worship Portable Altar

Name: African, Fon People, Benin (SW Nigeria), Iron Ancestors Worship Portable Altar
SKU: 152988094
Price: 175 USD
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