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Antique African Oromo Buffalo Hide Shield, Ethiopia

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Antique African Oromo Buffalo Hide Shield, Ethiopia

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Description

Antique African Oromo Buffalo Hide Shield, Ethiopia. Size: 29'' x 29'' x 6'' (74 x 74 x 15 cm). Provenance: Ex Yosi Barzilai collection,

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Antique African Oromo Buffalo Hide Shield, Ethiopia

Name: Antique African Oromo Buffalo Hide Shield, Ethiopia
SKU: 170989857
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $1,000

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