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70469: Two Bamum Bird Decoys Cameroon, c. early 20th
70469: Two Bamum Bird Decoys Cameroon, c. early 20th
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Two Bamum Bird Decoys Cameroon, c. early 20th century Each carved wood wrapped with hide, each with a fiber bundle in its craw. One with a flat neck with remains of resin and abrus seeds, and pieces of shell for eyes. Both in good condition, appropriate for age, origin, use, and materials. With metal stands. Provenance: Property from the Esther and Alan Saks Family Collection Heights: 13 and 16 inches HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
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70469: Two Bamum Bird Decoys Cameroon, c. early 20th

Estimate $600 - $800
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$300

Starting Price $300
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American Indian, Pre-Columbian and Tribal Art

Jun 04, 2024 11:00 AM EDT|
Dallas, TX, USA
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