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Akan Akuaba Fertility Figure, Ghana

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Akan Akuaba Fertility Figure, Fante, Ghana, mid 20th C. (LUCE8278)(LUCE8278)

Measurements: 20 H

Condition: Condition commensurate with age and use.

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Condition commensurate with age and use.

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Akan Akuaba Fertility Figure, Ghana

Name: Akan Akuaba Fertility Figure, Ghana
SKU: 44101170
Price: 50 USD
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Estimate $200 - $300

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