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Wonderful Igbo Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art

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Wonderful Igbo Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art

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Description

Carved wooden male ancestor sculpture with heavy kaolin clay pigment accented with red and black mineral pigments. Likely not a very old example however aesthetically it is a very pleasing work of art. Measures 21 x 8 inches. Nigeria, Africa and the Igbo peoples.

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Overall good

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Wonderful Igbo Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art

Name: Wonderful Igbo Male Ancestor sculpture, African Art
SKU: 55806388
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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