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A Tchamba Shrine Idol Ex Banks Collection

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A Tchamba Shrine Idol Ex Banks Collection

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Description

A carved wooden idol with stylized form, arms carved to the side as a small angular design, conical hat and a well weathered surface. Tchamba peoples,Togo, West Africa. The sculpture measures 21.75 inches tall on professional custom display stand. Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, MD, USA.

Condition

Weathered and worn, areas of erosion, what remains is solid.

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A Tchamba Shrine Idol Ex Banks Collection

Name: A Tchamba Shrine Idol Ex Banks Collection
SKU: 156040873
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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