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AN AFRICAN PAINTED AND CARVED WOOD FEMALE BATEBA

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AN AFRICAN PAINTED AND CARVED WOOD FEMALE BATEBA

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AN AFRICAN PAINTED AND CARVED WOOD FEMALE BATEBA FIGURE, 20TH CENTURY, red painted carved wood, the standing figure with single crested hairdo in the form of a bird, demilune arched eyes with red painted brow, red painted lips and scars, protruding breasts, flanked by painted hands at her sides. Diameter: 4" Height: 17.00"

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Some surface wear, scratches, rubbing and losses of paint, apparent repairs with glue residue at feet, some small holes, but overall fair to good condition, wear commensurate with age. Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS.

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AN AFRICAN PAINTED AND CARVED WOOD FEMALE BATEBA

Name: AN AFRICAN PAINTED AND CARVED WOOD FEMALE BATEBA
SKU: 73306100
Price: 150 USD
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