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FASCINATING MBOLE OFIKPA EFFIGY OF A HANGED MAN

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FASCINATING MBOLE OFIKPA EFFIGY OF A HANGED MAN

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Description

This tall and slender carved wooden male figure takes the form of a hanged man, an image central to Mbole's initiation practices into the law enforcement association known as Lilwa. Mbole peoples, Congo, Africa.The sculpture has been custom mounted and measures 26.5 inches tall on professional custom base which is included.

Condition

fair, well worn

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FASCINATING MBOLE OFIKPA EFFIGY OF A HANGED MAN

Name: FASCINATING MBOLE OFIKPA EFFIGY OF A HANGED MAN
SKU: 69361874
Price: 220 USD
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