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early- mid 19th c African antelope headdress w/ female

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early- mid 19th c African antelope headdress w/ female

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figure stylized geometric decoration, carved wood & stained wooden beads, old glue repair to one arm, ht 46.5"

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early- mid 19th c African antelope headdress w/ female

Name: early- mid 19th c African antelope headdress w/ female
SKU: 51144446
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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