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An Edo Bust of a King (Oba)

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Item Details

Description

Büste eines Königs (Oba)
Edo, Nigeria
Mit Sockel / with base
Gelbguss. H 32,5 cm.

Provenienz:
Carlo Monzino (1931-1996), Castagnola.

CHF 500 / 1 000
EUR 430 / 860

Condition

The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation.

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An Edo Bust of a King (Oba)

Name: An Edo Bust of a King (Oba)
SKU: 83674455
Price: 3200 CHF
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