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Carved Wooden Cameroon Ceremonial Canoe Paddles

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Description

DESCRIPTION: Large hardwood tribal canoe ceremonial paddles from Cameroon. Embellished with etched fine geometric patterns. Each paddle is crafted from one single piece of wood.
CIRCA: 20th Century
ORIGIN: Cameroon
DIMENSIONS: L: 52" and "54
CONDITION: One paddle has a visible chip on edge.
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Carved Wooden Cameroon Ceremonial Canoe Paddles

Name: Carved Wooden Cameroon Ceremonial Canoe Paddles
SKU: 173616842
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $1,000

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Starting Price $50

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