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Unusual Old Lega Shrine idol Ex Lippel Gallery 1976

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Unusual Old Lega Shrine idol Ex Lippel Gallery 1976

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This is a very fine and rare Lega carved wooden shrine figure known as (Iginga). The wood is well handled and shows obvious wear. Lega peoples, Congo, Africa. The figure measures 10 inches tall - Ex. McConnell Collection, VA, Acquired from Gallery Lippell in Montreal Canada in 1976.

Condition

fair, well handled

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Unusual Old Lega Shrine idol Ex Lippel Gallery 1976

Name: Unusual Old Lega Shrine idol Ex Lippel Gallery 1976
SKU: 80342110
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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