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Rare African Carved Muninga Wood Turtle Box

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Hummert Estate: Rare African Carved Muninga Wood Turtle Box, measures 3'' x 6.5'' x 2'', has the word Muninga carved on the bottom, FYI: ''Muninga / Kiaat, Central and southern Africa, not commonly available these days, the odd log of Muninga is occasionally sliced into veneer. It is a close botanical relative and quite similar to other African Padauk varieties but is brown and red rather than all over red. This attractive veneer is mainly used for panelling and high class furniture.''

Condition

pr-owned with normal wear for age, unless stated otherwise

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Rare African Carved Muninga Wood Turtle Box

Name: Rare African Carved Muninga Wood Turtle Box
SKU: 54757273
Price: 30 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $40 - $60

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