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Bembe Male Figure, D. R. Congo.

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Description

A Bembe male figure. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. Wood, nails, and ceramic eyes. 11" x 3" x 2 1/4". Condition: includes stand. Crack to perfect right.
Provenance: European Private Collection. Private New York Collection. Bonhams, New York, 15 may, 2013, lot 149. Private New York Collection.

Condition

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Bembe Male Figure, D. R. Congo.

Name: Bembe Male Figure, D. R. Congo.
SKU: 90843130
Price: 1800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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