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A Fine Old Kwere Medicine Gourd Ex Karl Zabel Collection

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A Fine Old Kwere Medicine Gourd Ex Karl Zabel Collection

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Description

A well handled old Medicine Gourd container with carved wooden stopper in the form of a classic Mwana Hiti doll, The vessel was adorned with old glass beads and animal hide and has an undeniable well handled surface patina. The vessel measures 7.5 inches tall. Kwere peoples, Tanzania, Africa. Provenance: Ex Karl and Wilma Zabel collection, New York. Also a private New Jersey collection.

Condition

Good, very well handled

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A Fine Old Kwere Medicine Gourd Ex Karl Zabel Collection

Name: A Fine Old Kwere Medicine Gourd Ex Karl Zabel Collection
SKU: 171785377
Price: 320 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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