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FANG BYERI RELIQUARY ON BARK BOX

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Description

A tall carved wooden Byeri ancestor sculpture atop a fantastic bark box and lid. The Sculpture shows plenty of handling and wear and is carved from a fairly dense wood. The Box was masterfully created from tree bark and sewn together. Fang peoples, Gabon, Africa.The entire sculpture and box measure 36 inches tall.

Condition

fair, well weathered, the sculpture fits a bit loosely into the box.

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FANG BYERI RELIQUARY ON BARK BOX

Name: FANG BYERI RELIQUARY ON BARK BOX
SKU: 67416525
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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