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AN AFRICAN LUBA PEOPLE FEMALE BEAUTY FIGURE, DEMOCRATIC

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AN AFRICAN LUBA PEOPLE FEMALE BEAUTY FIGURE, DEMOCRATIC

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AN AFRICAN LUBA PEOPLE FEMALE BEAUTY FIGURE, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO, 19TH/20TH CENTURY, wood with carved jewelry, scars, and fashionable belt. Height: 25" Diameter: 7" Provenance: From the Collection of a Private American Collector, Houston, Texas.

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Some losses, scratches, and wear throughout, overall in fair to good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."

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AN AFRICAN LUBA PEOPLE FEMALE BEAUTY FIGURE, DEMOCRATIC

Name: AN AFRICAN LUBA PEOPLE FEMALE BEAUTY FIGURE, DEMOCRATIC
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Price: 150 USD
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