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Sepik River Mindimbit Wooden Ancestor Figure

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Sepik River Mindimbit Wooden Ancestor Figure

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DESCRIPTION: Large old tribal Mindimbit wood ancestor figure from Sepik River, New Guinea. MEASUREMENTS: Approximately 22” tall. CONDITION: Cracked across the base and one cowry shell eye has been replaced.

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Sepik River Mindimbit Wooden Ancestor Figure

Name: Sepik River Mindimbit Wooden Ancestor Figure
SKU: 42342138
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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