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Mangbetu Pottery vessel with Hermarphrodite Ancestor

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Mangbetu Pottery vessel with Hermarphrodite Ancestor

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Large and impressive Pottery vessel from the Congo/ DRC and the Mangbetu peoples. Tall black earthenware vessel with a highly ornate ancestor figure which appears to have male and female attributes. Such vessels were traditionally created as gifts for the royal family and high ranking tribal members. Measures 22.5 inches tall.

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Mangbetu Pottery vessel with Hermarphrodite Ancestor

Name: Mangbetu Pottery vessel with Hermarphrodite Ancestor
SKU: 58539838
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $500

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