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WEST AFRICAN BENIN BRONZE CHIEFTAIN FIGURE C. 1940

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WEST AFRICAN BENIN BRONZE CHIEFTAIN FIGURE C. 1940

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WEST AFRICAN BENIN BRONZE CHIEFTAIN FIGURE, C. 1940, H 13":Depicts a male figure on knees in ceremonial dress, holding a bowl and a spade.
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depicts pitting and patina, GA.

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WEST AFRICAN BENIN BRONZE CHIEFTAIN FIGURE C. 1940

Name: WEST AFRICAN BENIN BRONZE CHIEFTAIN FIGURE C. 1940
SKU: 36516022
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

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