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KUYU FEMALE CEREMONIAL FIGURE CONGO CENTRAL AFRICA

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A Large Kuyu Ancestor sculpture w/ 3 faces, African Art: This is a very large wooden sculpture from the Kuyu ethnic group of the Congo, central Africa. A highly decorated and ornate example, featuring 3 ancestor faces, suggesting a protective spirit, guardi

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Luba Peoples Style, Carved Wood Figures with Bowl, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa: Luba peoples style carved wood figures with bowl, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, 20th century. Approximate size, 8.75"H x 8.25"W x 6.5"D. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip G

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KUYU FEMALE CEREMONIAL FIGURE CONGO CENTRAL AFRICA

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KUYU FEMALE CEREMONIAL FIGURE CONGO CENTRAL AFRICA

7 1/2" X 20 1/2"

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