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African Baule Wood Handle Chokwe, Democratic Republic

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African Baule Wood Handle Chokwe, Democratic Republic

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African Baule Wood Handle (20th Century)
Chokwe, DRC - Democratic Republic of Congo
Handle with Leopard, 12 x 4 3/4 inches

Lot Essay: The Chowke people inhabit parts of Angola, Congo and Zambia. They were once one of twelve clans of the Lunda Empire.

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African Baule Wood Handle Chokwe, Democratic Republic

Name: African Baule Wood Handle Chokwe, Democratic Republic
SKU: 90791110
Price: 400 USD
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Estimate $400 - $600

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