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Ancient Akan Memorial Head Ex Endicott Collection

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Ancient Akan Memorial Head Ex Endicott Collection

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Description

An ancient Akan peoples terracotta Memorial Head (Mma) with large flat rounded head and obvious age and field use, dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century, Ghana, Kwahu traditional area. The Head Measures 13 inches tall and has been professionally custom mounted. Provenance: Ex- collection of Dr's Jean and Noble Endicott, New York.

Condition

fair, restored from several pieces. What remains is solid.

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Ancient Akan Memorial Head Ex Endicott Collection

Name: Ancient Akan Memorial Head Ex Endicott Collection
SKU: 135108838
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

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