FINE ANCIENT BURA CULTURE TERRACOTTA CLAY HEAD
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This is a very rare and fascinating ancient terracotta clay sculpture relic from the Bura culture, present day Niger, Africa. The BURA ASINDA SIKKA CULTURE is mysterious and not much is known other than the clay idols that are unearthed by farmers and villagers in the region. This archaic clay idol features a large conical head , diminutive eyes and mouth , with a long narrow nose. The statue measures 6.5 x 2.5 inches (8.25 inches tall on custom display stand.All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14. From a Private Pennsylvania collection.
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fair, shallow stress fractures, but what remains is stable.
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FINE ANCIENT BURA CULTURE TERRACOTTA CLAY HEAD
Estimate $300 - $500
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