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African Masks and Large Comb, Group of 3

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African Masks and Large Comb, Group of 3

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Lot 81

African Masks and Large Comb, Group of 3
including one Bwa Sun Mask, a small wood mask, and one wood comb with carved figural handle
largest: 20 1/2 x 16 3/4 3 3/4 inches

Provenance:
From an Upper West Side Collection

Condition

each object in overall stable condition, Bwa Sun Mask with some minor chips and one area of splitting wood as well as wear to paint, small wood mask with losses at the top of the head, left ear, and left cheek, comb with minor wear

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African Masks and Large Comb, Group of 3

Name: African Masks and Large Comb, Group of 3
SKU: 159831292
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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Starting Price $50

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