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HEMBA FEMALE ANCESTOR SCULPTURE

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Description

A large heavy carved wooden female ancestor image shown standing on stump, 2 mask faces at either side of her feet, remnants of paint and textile decoration and a well handled and worn surface. Hemba peoples, Congo, Africa. The sculpture measures 26 inches tall.

Condition

FAIR, well handled and smooth, extremely dense heavy wood

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HEMBA FEMALE ANCESTOR SCULPTURE

Name: HEMBA FEMALE ANCESTOR SCULPTURE
SKU: 67415967
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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