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19th Century Nigerian Dance Mask

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From Urhobo, Nigeria. Made from wood and decorated with enamel paint. 21-1/2"H

PROVENANCE: Ex-Peter Michael Boyd, Seattle; Ex Alain Lecomte, Paris.

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19th Century Nigerian Dance Mask

Name: 19th Century Nigerian Dance Mask
SKU: 7063936
Price: 3500 USD
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