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AFRICAN BWOOM KING'S MASK

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Kuba tribe D.R.C. carved wood, embellished with shells, beads, metal and burlap; some damage on beadwork and burlap; some shells missing; H-12 1/2", F-G

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AFRICAN BWOOM KING'S MASK

Name: AFRICAN BWOOM KING'S MASK
SKU: 25123783
Price: 130 USD
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