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Heavily Eroded Old Lobi Bateba Shrine idol, African Art

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Heavily Eroded Old Lobi Bateba Shrine idol, African Art

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Description

Genuine Old Lobi Bateba shrine fetish or "Spirit Figure" from Burkina Faso, West Africa. This Antique idol has a very well worn and well handled surface patina, it is hard to deny the age and use on this piece! The sculpture measures approx 6.5 inches tall. ( Note that the sculpture does not stand on its own anymore.)

Condition

very weathered and eroded, fair condition

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Heavily Eroded Old Lobi Bateba Shrine idol, African Art

Name: Heavily Eroded Old Lobi Bateba Shrine idol, African Art
SKU: 58563064
Price: 30 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $75 - $150

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