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Copper alloy scepter, Kuba peoples, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. Dimensions (approx.): 18" long x 2" max. diameter

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

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Poor; oxidation, dents to both lower and upper parts of the scepter

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Kuba Peoples Scepter

Name: Kuba Peoples Scepter
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