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Tall antelope-shaped dance crest (chiwara), Bamana,

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Tall antelope-shaped dance crest (chiwara), Bamana,

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Tall antelope-shaped dance crest (chiwara), Bamana, Mali, mid-20th Century, with a cap to wear atop head and a hood of hemp tresses to hide the identity of the wearer, 50"l x 7"w x 15"d. Provenance: Sold to benefit the acquisitions fund of a Californian Museum.

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Tall antelope-shaped dance crest (chiwara), Bamana,

Name: Tall antelope-shaped dance crest (chiwara), Bamana,
SKU: 47734827
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

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