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Three Lobi Iron Snakes Ex Eric Robertson 1989

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Three Lobi Iron Snakes Ex Eric Robertson 1989

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This lot contains three Hand hammered iron snakes made by a Lobi village blacksmith in Burkina Faso, West Africa. The snake forms are often considered currency though can also have ritual significance. The three snakes are mounted to a display stand and measure 13 , 12 and 8 inches long. Provenance: Ex Eric Robertson / Grove gallery in 1989. ( a scan of the original purchase receipt can be included)

Condition

fair, weathered

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Three Lobi Iron Snakes Ex Eric Robertson 1989

Name: Three Lobi Iron Snakes Ex Eric Robertson 1989
SKU: 98403200
Price: 170 USD
Availability: InStock

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