Lot 1544

NGOMBE TRIBE, CONGO REGION, a woven shield. 55ins

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NGOMBE TRIBE, CONGO REGION, a woven shield. 55ins

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NGOMBE TRIBE, CONGO REGION, a woven shield.
55ins high.

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NGOMBE TRIBE, CONGO REGION, a woven shield. 55ins

Name: NGOMBE TRIBE, CONGO REGION, a woven shield. 55ins
SKU: 66632972
Price: 350 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £350 - £450

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Starting Price £280

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