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Large Asen Vodoun Shrine Altar Staff Top, Ex Jones Collection

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Large Asen Vodoun Shrine Altar Staff Top, Ex Jones Collection

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A large forged iron staff top featuring A seated priest, kneeling devotee, a patient and several crosses and other symbols prevalent on Vodoun or Voodoo ritual. Behin, West Africa. The Staff top measures 12 x 12 inches on simple display base. Provenance: Ex Daniel Jones Collection, Fla, USA.

Condition

Fair, well weathered

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Large Asen Vodoun Shrine Altar Staff Top, Ex Jones Collection

Name: Large Asen Vodoun Shrine Altar Staff Top, Ex Jones Collection
SKU: 174290213
Price: 220 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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