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Pre-Columbian Zemi

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Description

A Taino Zemi with wide gapping mouth, large eyes, incised designs. 13" x 9" x 5" Provenance: Ex French Collection

Condition

Intact

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Pre-Columbian Zemi

Name: Pre-Columbian Zemi
SKU: 166166252
Price: 5000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $5,000 - $8,000

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Starting Price $2,200

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