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Yoruba Figural Container from Nigeria 24.25" - African Tribal Art

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Yoruba Figural Container from Nigeria 24.25" - African Tribal Art

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Description

Height: 24.25"
Width: 8.75"
Depth: 10.5"
Weight: 7.5 lbs

A beautiful Yoruba container featuring a male and female figure on the base and a rooster with a snake in its mouth on the lid.

Condition

Cracking, scrapes and scuffs - please inspect photos.

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Yoruba Figural Container from Nigeria 24.25" - African Tribal Art

Name: Yoruba Figural Container from Nigeria 24.25\" - African Tribal Art
SKU: 159904460
Price: 205 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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