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Fascinating Old Makua Ancestor statue African Art

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Fascinating Old Makua Ancestor statue African Art

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Carved heavy dense wood with a wonderful archaic facial style and carved with no arms. From the Makua or Makonde peoples, Tanzania, Africa.Measures 18 inches tall.

Condition

Overall well handled, good condition

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Fascinating Old Makua Ancestor statue African Art

Name: Fascinating Old Makua Ancestor statue African Art
SKU: 51346116
Price: 250 USD
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Estimate $250 - $450

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