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West African Akan Ceremonial Wood Stool, Ghana

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West African Akan Ceremonial Wood Stool, Ghana

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West African ceremonial wood stool by the Akan or Ashanti people of Ghana. 14.5" H x 19.75" W x 10.75" D.

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West African Akan Ceremonial Wood Stool, Ghana

Name: West African Akan Ceremonial Wood Stool, Ghana
SKU: 102505822
Price: 425 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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