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Africa, Congo, large carved wood statue of a great mother or ancestral female figure. Incised with tattoo decoration to the surface. Each wrist with bangles. Size 43 1/4" H, Weight 13 lb.

Condition

wear throughout with scratching through surface patination to surfaces.

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Large African Congo Statue

Name: Large African Congo Statue
SKU: 233411145
Price: 100 USD
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Estimate $200-$300Jun 25, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

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