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Sumba Island Ancestor sculpture, Indonesian Tribal Art

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Sumba Island Ancestor sculpture, Indonesian Tribal Art

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A Carved wooden shrine sculpture with archaic features and well weathered surface. Likely a personal shrine object. The figure measures 5.75 inches tall. From Sumba island, Indonesia.

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fair, well handled and weathered

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Sumba Island Ancestor sculpture, Indonesian Tribal Art

Name: Sumba Island Ancestor sculpture, Indonesian Tribal Art
SKU: 80393123
Price: 60 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $300

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