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African Carved Lega Bone Ancestral Fetishes (2)

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Ancestral fetish bone figures from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
African anthropomorphic hand-carved bovine bone sculptures.
Ancestor mask: 8.75 in. x 3.75 in..
Standing fetish figure: 9 in. x 3 in..
Condition: good original estate condition, age appropriate.
Provenance: private estate.

Condition

Good original estate condition.
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African Carved Lega Bone Ancestral Fetishes (2)

Name: African Carved Lega Bone Ancestral Fetishes (2)
SKU: 67911209
Price: 120 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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