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Group of (3) Old African Tools, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Group of (3) Old African Tools, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Description

Group of (3) old African tools, including a terracotta pestle, grinding stone, and a stone club head from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Approximate size, pestle 6.5"H, grinding stone 5"W, club 5"H.

PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New York

Condition

Fair: Cracks, chips, repairs

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Group of (3) Old African Tools, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Name: Group of (3) Old African Tools, Democratic Republic of the Congo
SKU: 161675684
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $175 - $225

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