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Fine African Baga Snake Headdress

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African Baga Snake Headdress. Carved and paint decorated wood. Exhibited: Allan Stone Gallery, New York "Animals," May 22 - July 15, 2003. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Size: 79" x 9" x 15" (201 x 23 x 38 cm). Please Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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Fine African Baga Snake Headdress

Name: Fine African Baga Snake Headdress
SKU: 81428672
Price: 2900 USD
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