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An Ancient Figural Carving, DRC

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An Ancient Figural Carving, DRC, of raised relief from extremely hard wood. Provenance: Renaud Reiley Gallery, Brussels, 2014. Area around face with old age cracks, height: 14".

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An Ancient Figural Carving, DRC

Name: An Ancient Figural Carving, DRC
SKU: 122455934
Price: 125 USD
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