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African Congo Chokwe Maternity Figural Sculpture

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African Congo Chokwe Maternity Figural Sculpture

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Description

An African D.R.C. Congo Chokwe Singi maternity figure sculpture depicting a mother with her child holding one of her exposed breasts and a carrying a vessel on her head. The mother figure has significant scarification on her face and body.

Condition

Good condition loss to right foot with exposed nails.

Dimensions

20 x 6 x 4 in

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African Congo Chokwe Maternity Figural Sculpture

Name: African Congo Chokwe Maternity Figural Sculpture
SKU: 90853082
Price: 55 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $500

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