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Fine Pair Tanzanian Masks, Possibly Sukuma or Kwere

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Fine Pair Tanzanian Masks, Possibly Sukuma or Kwere

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Fine Pair Tanzanian Masks, Possibly Sukuma or Kwere. Africa. Size: 12" x 9" x 1" and 12" x 10" x 1". Provenance: Private East Coast Collection.

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Fine Pair Tanzanian Masks, Possibly Sukuma or Kwere

Name: Fine Pair Tanzanian Masks, Possibly Sukuma or Kwere
SKU: 20192253
Price: 175 USD
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