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Yoruba divination bowl, first half 20th c.

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Yoruba divination bowl, first half 20th c.

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A divination bowl with carved mudfish. Nigeria, Yoruba. 1st half 20th century. 4 3/4"h x 5 1/2"dia.
Provenance: Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson.
Simpson inventory #4445. Catalog Notes: YORUBA DIVINATION--SEE ITEM 77

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Yoruba divination bowl, first half 20th c.

Name: Yoruba divination bowl, first half 20th c.
SKU: 47936877
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

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