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Antelope Horn Musical Instrument from Liberia

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Antelope Horn Musical Instrument from Liberia

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Description

This is an antique example of an Oliphant or horn made from the horn of an antelope or Impala. The Horn is embellished with metal wire decoration and was well made. Field collected in Liberia in the 1980/90's. The Horn measures 22 inches tall on its base.Custom mounted. Provenance: A Private New Jersey collection.

Condition

Good, well handled

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Antelope Horn Musical Instrument from Liberia

Name: Antelope Horn Musical Instrument from Liberia
SKU: 135003421
Price: 650 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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