Lot 3026

African, Yoruba, Nigeria, Shango Founder God Iron Hatchet

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African, Yoruba, Nigeria, Shango Founder God Iron Hatchet

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Description

Yoruba, Nigeria, Shango Founder God iron blade hatchet, carved wood handle with kneeling figure, aged patina, 18"h x 9"w

PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Condition

Good, aged cracks and wood loss head top

Dimensions

18 x 9 in

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African, Yoruba, Nigeria, Shango Founder God Iron Hatchet

Name: African, Yoruba, Nigeria, Shango Founder God Iron Hatchet
SKU: 152988026
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $500

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Starting Price $50

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