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A Fine Old Yoruba Female Sculpture Ex Fearing Collection

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A Fine Old Yoruba Female Sculpture Ex Fearing Collection

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Description

A carved wooden effigy of a female devotee of Shango, shown kneeling and accented with indigo dye in her coiffure and holding her breasts, with classic facial features and a deep well handled surface patina. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. Provenance: Constance McCormick Fearing collection, CA.

Condition

Well handled and worn, fair, overall good

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A Fine Old Yoruba Female Sculpture Ex Fearing Collection

Name: A Fine Old Yoruba Female Sculpture Ex Fearing Collection
SKU: 171631381
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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