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African Bamileke Ceremonial Cloak, Fabric and Human Hair, Cameroon

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African Bamileke Ceremonial Cloak, Fabric and Human Hair, Cameroon

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African Bamileke Ceremonial Cloak, Fabric and Human Hair, Cameroon. These are ceremonial tunics, part of a costume that's danced/performed in public sometimes with a mask, always with some form of head-gear. Size: 46'' x 49'' (117 x 124 cm).

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African Bamileke Ceremonial Cloak, Fabric and Human Hair, Cameroon

Name: African Bamileke Ceremonial Cloak, Fabric and Human Hair, Cameroon
SKU: 154690425
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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