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HANDSOME OLD BAULE BLOLO BIAN DREAM ORACLE

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HANDSOME OLD BAULE BLOLO BIAN DREAM ORACLE

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A Carved wooden male effgy with finely carved coiffure and tribal scar designs. The sculpture has a very well handled and polished patina suggesting much handling over the years. The figure has some age and wear and appears to be a good old vintage to antique example. Measures 22 inches tall. From a private Paris France collection.

Condition

Faior, well handled, loss to base

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HANDSOME OLD BAULE BLOLO BIAN DREAM ORACLE

Name: HANDSOME OLD BAULE BLOLO BIAN DREAM ORACLE
SKU: 68573989
Price: 400 USD
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