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A hornbill dance staff.

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A hornbill dance staff, Burkina Faso/Ivory Coast, Nuna. 20th century. With base: 46" x 19 1/2".
Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. This is a fascinating old dance staff that was probably used by a diviner.

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A hornbill dance staff.

Name: A hornbill dance staff.
SKU: 49445342
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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