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Early Antique African Wood Carved Staff

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Item Details

Description

Carved with a figure standing atop another. On gallery stand, 44". Provenance: Henry D. Profenius Collection published in catalog, as ex collection: Paul Rognlie, Santa Fe

Condition

Age appropriate wear. Overall excellent.

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Early Antique African Wood Carved Staff

Name: Early Antique African Wood Carved Staff
SKU: 157689471
Price: 80 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $800

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