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African Ethnographic Tribal Hardwood Head of a Man

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African Ethnographic Tribal Hardwood Head of a Man

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Description

African ethnographic tribal carved hardwood sculpture, antique, bust of a man depicted with ritual scarification, a lip plate, and neck rings, further with attached metal eyebrows, stylized hair, and a weighted base of wrapped sisal ropes, strips of leather, and wound cloth. 13" H. Shrinkage cracks, wear to items of base.

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Notice to bidders: Condition reports and additional photographs are available by request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition.

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African Ethnographic Tribal Hardwood Head of a Man

Name: African Ethnographic Tribal Hardwood Head of a Man
SKU: 59008320
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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