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An Interesting Old Central Congo Facemask

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An Interesting Old Central Congo Facemask

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Lega, former Zaire most likely. Small, as a child's or shoulder or belt mask type with much remaining of its white kaolin, it holds its attached grass woven raffia. Good age. 8" Height.

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An Interesting Old Central Congo Facemask

Name: An Interesting Old Central Congo Facemask
SKU: 114324358
Price: 190 USD
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Estimate $190 - $280

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