Lot 0474

Mossi Burkina Faso African Instrument

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Item Details

Description

Mossi large carved wooden musical instrument, Burkina Faso. Top of the instrument carved to resemble a human head. With stand.
Height: 36 1/2 in x diameter: 7 1/2 in.Height: 36 1/2 in x diameter: 7 1/2 in.

Condition

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