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Unusual West African Ancestor Figures

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(14) unusual West African flutes: (14) unusual West African flutes, Various Regions, including (12) wood examples carved as humans, animals and utilitarian objects, together with a cast aluminum and copper alloy example, 11"h (largest

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Unusual West African Ancestor Figures. Carved wood. On stand. Provenance: Ex. Estate Collection Isadore and Nancy Marder, Philadelphia. Size: 18'' x 5'' x 4.5'' (46 x 13 x 11 cm). Height on stand: 18.5" (47 cm).

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Unusual West African Ancestor Figures

Name: Unusual West African Ancestor Figures
SKU: 129019772
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

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