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A polychrome fetish with rectangular shaped opening at center. Central, (likely) Ambete style. 20th century. 18"h x 4"w x 3"d.
Provenance: Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson.

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Central African fetish figure, 20th c.

Name: Central African fetish figure, 20th c.
SKU: 47937035
Price: 210 USD
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Estimate $150 - $250

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