Lot 0655

A leather shield, Sukuma, Tanzania

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Item Details

Description

A leather shield, Sukuma, Tanzania, of bifurcate shape with circle design, 28"h x 13.25"w Provenance: Collection of Vanna and N. Lee Lacy (Palm Springs, California). Mr. Lacy was a prominent Hollywood producer of films, creative golden-era TV series, and iconic commercials. His collecting has spanned six decades.

Condition

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A leather shield, Sukuma, Tanzania

Name: A leather shield, Sukuma, Tanzania
SKU: 156725854
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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