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Group of Tanzania terracotta sculptures, African Art

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Group of Tanzania terracotta sculptures, African Art

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A group of four various vintage to antique Terracotta sculptures from Tanzania, most likely from the pare or Zigua, Mokonde ethnic groups. The largest measures 10 inches tall, and the smallest 6 inches. Ex Prof. Charles Bordogna collection, past curator of the SMA Fathers Museum of African Art and author of several publications on African Art.

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Group of Tanzania terracotta sculptures, African Art

Name: Group of Tanzania terracotta sculptures, African Art
SKU: 55810631
Price: 50 USD
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