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Group of Central African clyster tubes.

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Group of Central African clyster tubes. ++ A carved wood clyster tube with geometric motifs, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Possible Kuba. Late 19th to early 20th century. 12 1/4". ++ A carved wooden clyster tube in linear motif, Democratic, Kuba. 20th century. 7".
Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. The Kuba and other groups in the Congo area have used these objects.

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Group of Central African clyster tubes.

Name: Group of Central African clyster tubes.
SKU: 49445436
Price: 240 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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