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20th C. African Guinea Wood Female Figural Element

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20th C. African Guinea Wood Female Figural Element

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Description

Africa, Guinea, 20th century CE. A wonderfully abstract figural element from the top of a staff, this female is carved kneeling; she has pendulous breasts and hands to thighs. Custom stand. Size: 8.75" H (22.2 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Private NYC collection

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Condition

Lots of fetish material remaining and deep dark patination.

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20th C. African Guinea Wood Female Figural Element

Name: 20th C. African Guinea Wood Female Figural Element
SKU: 51138918
Price: 1800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,800 - $2,500

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Starting Price $800

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