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African Congo Songye Female Caryatid Prestige Bowl

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African Congo Songye Female Caryatid Prestige Bowl

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Description

An African Congo Songye Caryatid Prestige bowl (Late 19th Century) carved wood depicting female supporting a chief's seat atop her head with carved scarification marks around her stomach, exposed breasts, simple carved feet and hands.

Condition

Good condition commensurate with age.

Dimensions

13 x 8 x 4.5 in

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African Congo Songye Female Caryatid Prestige Bowl

Name: African Congo Songye Female Caryatid Prestige Bowl
SKU: 90147146
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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Starting Price $500

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