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Basonge/Songye Tribal Carved Wood Kifwebe African Face Mask DRC

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Basonge/Songye Tribal Carved Wood Kifwebe African Face Mask DRC

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Description

Ca. early to mid 20thC. Very good with age-appropriate wear, including wood losses as shown. Features a domed forehead with crest, flat beard, black and white pigment. Democratic Republic of Congo.

This item was used, and will show multiple areas of age appropriate wear and surface losses. Please view all pictures, as this is the major part of the item's condition description.

Dimensions

16 x 6 x 6.5 in

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Basonge/Songye Tribal Carved Wood Kifwebe African Face Mask DRC

Name: Basonge/Songye Tribal Carved Wood Kifwebe African Face Mask DRC
SKU: 170892716
Price: 190 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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