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A Rare and Beautiful Temne Female Sculpture

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A Rare and Beautiful Temne Female Sculpture

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Description

A carved wooden female effigy with stylized coiffure, ribbed neck, incised tribal designs on the torso and back, obvious wear, age and erosion to the surface. Temne peoples, Sierra Leone, West Africa.The figure measures 18 inches tall ( 20 inches tall on professional display stand which is included)

Condition

fair, loss to feet, obvious erosion and wear

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A Rare and Beautiful Temne Female Sculpture

Name: A Rare and Beautiful Temne Female Sculpture
SKU: 74294328
Price: 130 USD
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Estimate $500 - $800

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