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Two Old African Tribal Terracotta Pottery Rhythm Sounding Forms w/Cowries

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Two Old African Tribal Terracotta Pottery Rhythm Sounding Forms w/Cowries

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Description

Ca. early 20thC. Age-appropriate wear with no apparent repairs. Missing cowrie shell(s). One is red clay, the other a harder white clay or stone. Unsure what tribe created these, or how these were used. Ex-Nooter

Condition

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Dimensions

4.5 x 3.25 in

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Two Old African Tribal Terracotta Pottery Rhythm Sounding Forms w/Cowries

Name: Two Old African Tribal Terracotta Pottery Rhythm Sounding Forms w/Cowries
SKU: 151697634
Price: 60 USD
Availability: InStock

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