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Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935.

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Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935: Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935. Carved and paint decorated wood and animal skin. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Size: 57" x 18" x 17" (145 x 46 x 43 cm). Please Note: Th

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Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935.

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Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935. Carved and paint decorated wood with animal skin. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Size: 56'' x 24'' x 21'' (142 x 61 x 53 cm). Please Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935.

Name: Monumental West African Yoruba Drum, c.1935.
SKU: 81428758
Price: 850 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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