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African Dogon people, Mali - Double figure door lock

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African Dogon people, Mali - Double figure door lock

Item Details

Description

Lot 15
African Dogon people, Mali
Double figure door lock
wood with iron on wood base

height: 12 3/4 inches

Provenance:

Sale, New York, Parke-Bernet Galleries, 07 February 1970, lot 2

,Private Collection, USA (acquired from the above sale)

Condition

High-resolution photographs and condition reports are available by contacting the gallery at info@capsuleauctions.com.

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African Dogon people, Mali - Double figure door lock

Name: African Dogon people, Mali - Double figure door lock
SKU: 87678784
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

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Starting Price $500

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