Lot 0699

African Tutsi Miniature Screen, Rwanda/Burundi, Mid 20th C.

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African Tutsi Miniature Screen, Rwanda/Burundi, Mid 20th C.

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African Tutsi Miniature Screen, Rwanda/Burundi, mid 20th C. Grass fiber. Size: 14'' x 12'', (36 x 30 cm).

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African Tutsi Miniature Screen, Rwanda/Burundi, Mid 20th C.

Name: African Tutsi Miniature Screen, Rwanda/Burundi, Mid 20th C.
SKU: 129083449
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $250

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