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A Luba / Hemba Tobacco mortar, African Tribal Art

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A Luba / Hemba Tobacco mortar, African Tribal Art

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Description

Carved wooden vessel with male and female central support of cup like vessel. Traditional used to prepare tobacco and likely other medicines. Luba or Hemba peoples, Congo, Africa. The sculpture measures 13.5 x 6.5 inches.

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fair, well handled and worn

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A Luba / Hemba Tobacco mortar, African Tribal Art

Name: A Luba / Hemba Tobacco mortar, African Tribal Art
SKU: 64465041
Price: 150 USD
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