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African Maasai Etched Calabash Gourd
African Maasai Etched Calabash Gourd
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African Maasai People calabash gourd, Kenya or Tanzania, 19th/20th century, the baseball bat-shaped vegetable etched with birds, shields, and geometric designs, further mounted with beaded leather and cowrie shell strap. 29" H X 5" W. Wear, cracks up one side, probably from the time of manufacture.
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For this sale only: All items sold as-is where-is. Showplace cannot provide condition reports or additional photographs beyond the catalog listing. Also, for this sale only: All items must be picked-up or shipped from 256 E 137TH ST; THE BRONX, NY 10451. All arrangements for pick-up and shipping must be made through: Expert Shipping Services quotes@ess-ny.com 917-388-2723
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