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A Bambara carved wood chi'wara "antelope" headdress,

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A Bambara carved wood chi'wara "antelope" headdress,

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Description

A Bambara carved wood chi'wara "antelope" headdress, Mali. Carved in openwork with its young on its back, dark surface.
H: 33 1/2 in.
PROVENANCE:
Private collection, New York City
Thence by descent to the present owner

Condition

Rubbing to surfaces, very minor chips to extremities, one horn slightly out of line with other

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A Bambara carved wood chi'wara "antelope" headdress,

Name: A Bambara carved wood chi'wara \"antelope\" headdress,
SKU: 76153182
Price: 1300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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Benjamin A. FarinaVice President | Department Head, Asian Arts

Tessa LaneyHead of Department, British & European Furniture and Decorative Arts