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Bamun African Tobacco Pipe Bowl with Ancestor face

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Bamun African Tobacco Pipe Bowl with Ancestor face

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Description

A finely decorated old Bamun terracotta clay Pipe bowl with ancestor face. Cameroon, West Africa. Measures 6 x 5 inches.

Condition

Overall weathered, good condition.

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Bamun African Tobacco Pipe Bowl with Ancestor face

Name: Bamun African Tobacco Pipe Bowl with Ancestor face
SKU: 55806337
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $250

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Starting Price $50

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