Lot 0147

Iramba Nyamwezi Oracle Figure w/ Knife, 20th c.

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Iramba Nyamwezi Oracle Figure w/ Knife, 20th c.

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Description

An Iramba Nyamwezi oracle figure with knife. Tanzania, East Africa. 20th century Wood, metal, and plastic beads. 31 1/4" x 5" x 4 1/4". The figure of this piece appears to be from Tanzania while the spear point seems to originate from the Maasai in Kenya. Condition: includes stand. Spear detaches. Cracks, accretions, and wear throughout.
Provenance: Collected in the field 1995. James Stephenson, New York. Private New York Collection.

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Iramba Nyamwezi Oracle Figure w/ Knife, 20th c.

Name: Iramba Nyamwezi Oracle Figure w/ Knife, 20th c.
SKU: 90843311
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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