Lot 0490

African Ashanti Okyeamepoma Linguist Staff, Ghana

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African Ashanti Okyeamepoma Linguist Staff, Ghana

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African Ashanti Okyeamepoma Linguist Staff, Ghana. With stand. Carved wood and pigment. Two detachable figures atop a 2-piece rope-twist carved staff. Size: 56'' x 6'' x 3'' (142 x 15 x 8 cm). Height on Stand: 57" (145 cm).

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African Ashanti Okyeamepoma Linguist Staff, Ghana

Name: African Ashanti Okyeamepoma Linguist Staff, Ghana
SKU: 162043744
Price: 550 USD
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Estimate $500 - $1,000

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