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Kneeling Kuba Female sculpture, African Art

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Kneeling Kuba Female sculpture, African Art

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A carved wooden female Kuba sculpture shown in kneeling posture and with a wonderful energetic expression on the face. Kuba peoples, DRC/CONGO, Africa. Despite the weathered and worn appearance of this sculpture, it was likely made for the art trade. The statue measures 10.5 inches and has a 2 lb shipping weight.

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fair, well handled

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Kneeling Kuba Female sculpture, African Art

Name: Kneeling Kuba Female sculpture, African Art
SKU: 61810453
Price: 40 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $150

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