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A Fine Nyamwezi Ancestor Idol / Dense Heavy Wood

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A Fine Nyamwezi Ancestor Idol / Dense Heavy Wood

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A incredibly heavy and dense carved wooden ancestor sculpture with wonderful archaic style face and primitive form, and a well handled and well worn surface patina suggesting age and handling over many years. Nyamwezi or related ethnic group, Tanzania, Africa.The figure has been custom mounted. The figure measures 22.5 inches tall and weighs 6.5 lbs.

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Well handled and worn, very heavy wood

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A Fine Nyamwezi Ancestor Idol / Dense Heavy Wood

Name: A Fine Nyamwezi Ancestor Idol / Dense Heavy Wood
SKU: 73976068
Price: 210 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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