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African Coffin Boat by Kane Kwie, Ghana
African Coffin Boat by Kane Kwie, Ghana
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African Coffin Boat by Kane Kwie (1922-1992, Ghana), Titled "KPESHIE LAGOON", Circa 1970's. Size: 51" x 99" x 28".
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