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A group of two East African containers.

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A group of two East African containers. ++ A lidded rectangular wooden container, East Africa. 20th century. 5" x 6". ++ A gourd container with long spout and fiber harness. 20th century. 27"h.
Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. Similar lidded boxes have been seen used by the Ankole of Uganda.

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A group of two East African containers.

Name: A group of two East African containers.
SKU: 49445472
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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