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Primitive Old Dogon Shrine Idol, African Art

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Primitive Old Dogon Shrine Idol, African Art

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A very old, possibly ancient ancestral shrine sculpture with primitive traditional form, with a very well handled surface patina. The figure has been mounted to a marble base and appears to have great age. Dogon peoples, Mali, Africa. The figure measures 3 7/8 inches tall ( 5 3/4 inches on base) Provenance: Unknown Italian collection, possibly a Museum , Ex Dr Brian Healy estate, New York.

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Primitive Old Dogon Shrine Idol, African Art

Name: Primitive Old Dogon Shrine Idol, African Art
SKU: 86320631
Price: 600 USD
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