Lot 0135

2 African Kamba Figures, Kenya, Mid 20th C.

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2 African Kamba Figures, Kenya, Mid 20th C.

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2 African Kamba Figures, Kenya, Mid 20th C. Carved wood. Provenance: ex Ken Karner collection; ex private West Coast USA collection. Size:1) 9'' x 1.5'' x 2'' (23 x 4 x 5 cm); 2) 11'' x 3'' x 3'' (28 x 8 x 8 cm).

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2 African Kamba Figures, Kenya, Mid 20th C.

Name: 2 African Kamba Figures, Kenya, Mid 20th C.
SKU: 170989855
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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