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A Songye or Kusu power figure height 11 1/2in

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A Songye or Kusu power figure height 11 1/2in

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A Songye or Kusu power figure Democratic Republic of Congo, finely rendered with numerous attachments of empowering materials about the head, chest, and waist. Areas of resinous patina over lustrous wood. height 11 1/2in Footnotes: Provenance: Loed Van Bussel Saleroom notices: Please note that the description should read as follows: A Songye or Kusu power figure, late 20th century after the antique Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ▲ ¤ ▲ 'Bonhams' owns the 'Lot' either wholly or partially or may otherwise have an economic interest. ¤ Without reserve For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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Please note that the description should read as follows: A Songye or Kusu power figure, late 20th century after the antique

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A Songye or Kusu power figure height 11 1/2in

Name: A Songye or Kusu power figure height 11 1/2in
SKU: 159362175
Price: 1400 USD
Availability: InStock

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