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African Box Carved Wood Ritual Container Chokwe This is a Old Wooden Figurative Ritual Container

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African Box Carved Wood Ritual Container Chokwe This is a Old Wooden Figurative Ritual Container

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This is a Old Wooden Figurative Ritual Container from the Chokwe Tribe of Angola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Chokwe have strong beliefs that are associated with their history in Angola. The Chokwe spirituality keep their ancestor's traditions and it is reflected in their daily lives. This is a beautifully hand carved wood standing figurative container that was used in initiation ceremonies and rights of passage. The lid and stand both have carved figures of ritual.

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African Box Carved Wood Ritual Container Chokwe This is a Old Wooden Figurative Ritual Container

Name: African Box Carved Wood Ritual Container Chokwe This is a Old Wooden Figurative Ritual Container
SKU: 160908354
Price: 48 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $125

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