Lot 1661

Three African Ancestor Figures

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Item Details

Description

20th century, African, Ivory Coast, including one female figure with feet backwards and two male figures, one Baule and one Songye.

This lot to be sold on day 2, Thursday, October 4 (Lots 949-2020)
22 in. tallest
From the Complete and Important Collection of NOA Living, Raleigh, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com

Condition

Good condition with expected wear; surface scratches.

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Three African Ancestor Figures

Name: Three African Ancestor Figures
SKU: 65247410
Price: 100 USD
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