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African Carved Ritual Bush Pig Helmet Mask

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African Carved Ritual Bush Pig Helmet Mask

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Description

Nigeria,Yoruba Gelede carved folk art ceremonial mask.
Carved and polychrome painted helmet-shaped, with a full body bush pig headdress.
Dimensions: 17" hgt. x 11" wd. x 7" dp.
Condition: good original estate condition, age appropriate.
Provenance: private estate.

Condition

Good original estate condition, age appropriate.
In-house shipping available.

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African Carved Ritual Bush Pig Helmet Mask

Name: African Carved Ritual Bush Pig Helmet Mask
SKU: 61672222
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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