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Archaic Kuba helmet Mask Ex Belgium Missionary Pre-1939

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Archaic Kuba helmet Mask Ex Belgium Missionary Pre-1939

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A very primitive carved wooden helmet with obvious wear and field use, with a powerful archaic presence. Kuba peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 11 x 12 inches. A metal display stand can also be included for an additional $50.00. Provenance: Ex. Belgian Missionary collection â€œL'ordre des Pauvres Dames, ou l'ordre des Clarisses & rdquo; collected Pre- 1939; Ex. Galinier Coll, Toulouse, France; Ex. McConnell Coll, VA.

Condition

fair, stress fractures and decay

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Archaic Kuba helmet Mask Ex Belgium Missionary Pre-1939

Name: Archaic Kuba helmet Mask Ex Belgium Missionary Pre-1939
SKU: 113627433
Price: 380 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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