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A Bembe four-face helmet mask

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A Bembe four-face helmet mask, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 17.5"h Provenance: Collection of Vanna and N. Lee Lacy (Palm Springs, California). Mr. Lacy was a prominent Hollywood producer of films, creative golden-era TV series, and iconic commercials. His collecting has spanned six decades.

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A Bembe four-face helmet mask

Name: A Bembe four-face helmet mask
SKU: 156725743
Price: 1300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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