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Two African Benin-Style Bronze Heads

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Two African Benin-style bronze heads of Queen Mother, Iyoba; each depicting conical-form lattice-motif coiffure, with scarifications to face; H: 21" (each, approx.)

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Two African Benin-Style Bronze Heads

Name: Two African Benin-Style Bronze Heads
SKU: 62528078
Price: 150 USD
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Estimate $150 - $250

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