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Fantastic Kuba Nyet African mask

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Item Details

Description

Carved wooden helmet style mask adorned with elaborate beads, shells and brass emblems. The mask features two large horns and conical eyes and a large collar of shells and beads.The mask measures 18 x 8 inches and the collar is 24 inches from front to back. We will also include a durable mask display stand.

Condition

Overall well worn, small loss to beads on back of one horn. Fair Condition.

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Fantastic Kuba Nyet African mask

Name: Fantastic Kuba Nyet African mask
SKU: 51353128
Price: 265 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $600

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Starting Price $150

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