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African Hemba Kabeja, Janus Figure, DRC, 19th/20th C.

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African Hemba Kabeja, Janus Figure, DRC, 19th/20th C.

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African Hemba Kabeja, Janus Figure, DRC, 19th/20th C. Hand carved wood sculpture on base. Ex Berman Gallery, New York, 1970s. Size: 12.75'' x 4.5'' x 5.5'' (32 x 11 x 14 cm); Height on base: 14'' (36 cm).

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African Hemba Kabeja, Janus Figure, DRC, 19th/20th C.

Name: African Hemba Kabeja, Janus Figure, DRC, 19th/20th C.
SKU: 157537066
Price: 150 USD
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