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Primitive Old Mask from Tanzania, African Art

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Primitive Old Mask from Tanzania, African Art

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A Very well weathered and worn old mask, in archaic form, very primitive and well handled, with old metal staples as repairs and plenty of signs of use. Sukuma or related ethnic group, Tanzania, Africa.

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fair, well worn and eroded

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Primitive Old Mask from Tanzania, African Art

Name: Primitive Old Mask from Tanzania, African Art
SKU: 77440220
Price: 220 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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