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A Fine Old Baule Ladle, African Art

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Description

A lovely carved wooden ladle with mask like face on the handle, well worn surface patina suggesting some age. Baule peoples, Ivory Coast, west Africa. The ladle measures 19.25 inches long.

Condition

Fair, small chip on spoon, well handled surface patina, worn edges.

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A Fine Old Baule Ladle, African Art

Name: A Fine Old Baule Ladle, African Art
SKU: 102229087
Price: 50 USD
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Estimate $200 - $400

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