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AFRICAN NAIL FETISH FIGURE.

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Congo Republic, early 20th century. Carved wooden standing figure wearing a helmet with applied nails, corn cobs, feathers, small mirror and wood. Right hand once held spear. Wear. 32.5"h.

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AFRICAN NAIL FETISH FIGURE.

Name: AFRICAN NAIL FETISH FIGURE.
SKU: 146576205
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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