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African Yoruba Beaded Headdress, Early-Mid 20th C.

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African Yoruba Beaded Headdress, Early-Mid 20th C.

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Description

African Yoruba Beaded Headdress, Early-Mid 20th C. Coiled cotton cloth, beads. On stand. Size: 6'' x 10.5'' x 11'' (15 x 27 x 28 cm); Height on stand: 16" (41 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection, Sonoma, CA.

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African Yoruba Beaded Headdress, Early-Mid 20th C.

Name: African Yoruba Beaded Headdress, Early-Mid 20th C.
SKU: 114610319
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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