Lot 0146

Yoruban Milk Container, West Africa

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Item Details

Description

Gourd, leather, beads. 20th C. Length: 24" Width: 4". Yoruban milk container made of a gourd with buttons and trade beads. Yoruba, Nigeria. Leather strap attached.

Condition

Good condition; minor wear due to age. Condition reports are available from Stefek's upon request. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion, and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Stefek's Ltd. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

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Yoruban Milk Container, West Africa

Name: Yoruban Milk Container, West Africa
SKU: 53360265
Price: 80 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $80 - $100

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Starting Price $40

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