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Papua New Guinea/Asmat Wooden Male Ancestor Figure

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Papua New Guinea/Asmat Wooden Male Ancestor Figure

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Papua New Guinea/Asmat Wooden Male Ancestor Figure {Height 80 1/2 inches} Provenance: The Naomi Lindstrom Collection, mostly acquired during 1950-1970.

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Papua New Guinea/Asmat Wooden Male Ancestor Figure

Name: Papua New Guinea/Asmat Wooden Male Ancestor Figure
SKU: 45062372
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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