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Yoruba Wooden Boat from Nigeria

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Item Details

Description

Height: 10.5"
Width: 5"
Depth: 29"
Weight: 4 lbs

A hand carved wooden Yoruba boat featuring seven figures. There is beautiful carved designs throughout this piece.

Condition

Good with minor imperfections - please inspect images.

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Yoruba Wooden Boat from Nigeria

Name: Yoruba Wooden Boat from Nigeria
SKU: 152834601
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $295

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