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African Cote D'Ivoire Gbekre Baboon Sculpture

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African Cote D'Ivoire Gbekre Baboon Sculpture

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Description

An African Ivory Coast Baule Gbekre (Baboon) harvest deity sculpture (19th Century) carved wood with milk and chicken blood wash depicting an anthropomorphic baboon figure holding an offering bowl in its hands for receiving symbolic offerings of yams.

Condition

Good condition commensurate with age.

Dimensions

16 x 4.5 x 4 in

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African Cote D'Ivoire Gbekre Baboon Sculpture

Name: African Cote D'Ivoire Gbekre Baboon Sculpture
SKU: 90147153
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $500

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