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Serene Old Akan Shrine Figure, African Art

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Serene Old Akan Shrine Figure, African Art

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A Carved wooden female effigy with a well worn and well handled surface, erosion to the feet and an overall weathered and field used patina. Akan speaking peoles, Ghana, Africa. The figure measures 13.5 inches tall ( 15.5 inches tall on professional quality display stand) Provenance: Ex Dr Brian Healy estate, New York.

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Serene Old Akan Shrine Figure, African Art

Name: Serene Old Akan Shrine Figure, African Art
SKU: 87572145
Price: 550 USD
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