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Vintage African Chokwe Helmet Mask

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Hand carved wood with woven textile braids, woven rope details (with applied mud cone to top). and basket woven helmet section to the back. Appears in excellent condition; normal signs of age, etc. 16" x 13.5" W (at horns) x 13" D approx.

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Vintage African Chokwe Helmet Mask

Name: Vintage African Chokwe Helmet Mask
SKU: 108966314
Price: 50 USD
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