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Yoruba West African Tribal Babalawo Beaded Basket

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Yoruba West African Tribal Babalawo Beaded Basket

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Yoruba West African Tribal Babalawo Beaded Covered basket. Features multi colored geometric design with inset cowrie shells and fabric handle. Good condition with normal age wear. Retains original Joy Moos Gallery label. Measures approximately 11 in. x 9 in. Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

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Yoruba West African Tribal Babalawo Beaded Basket

Name: Yoruba West African Tribal Babalawo Beaded Basket
SKU: 96982397
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $1,000

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