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Rare Old East African LUGURU Shrine idol

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Rare Old East African LUGURU Shrine idol

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Old Luguru Shrine Idol, Tanzania, East Africa. A Very rare old example with actual ritual use over generations. Please note the weathered and eroded patina. The figure was perhaps used on a village shrine? There is a cavity in the top of the head that has an old textile stuffed into it. I did not remove it to see what it contains. Measures 26 1/2 inches tall and has a 14 lb shipping weight.

Condition

Well weathered and eroded but strong, One arm reattached by tribe, old nails.

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Rare Old East African LUGURU Shrine idol

Name: Rare Old East African LUGURU Shrine idol
SKU: 30068466
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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Starting Price $500

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