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A Rare Pair of Afo Male & Female Couple, African Art

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A Rare Pair of Afo Male & Female Couple, African Art

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A finely carved pair of wooden male and Female effigies with highly stylized facial features and forms, raised geometric linear scar designs as well as triangle shaped eyes. The pair are shown in seated position and likely represent an important ancestral couple. Afo peoples, Nigeria, West Africa. The tallest measures 17.5 inches tall ( 19 inches on professional custom display stands. )

Condition

Good, well handled, weathered

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A Rare Pair of Afo Male & Female Couple, African Art

Name: A Rare Pair of Afo Male & Female Couple, African Art
SKU: 96023910
Price: 380 USD
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Estimate $800 - $1,500

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