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Old Ancestor Effigy from the Sukuma, Ex Banks Collection

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Old Ancestor Effigy from the Sukuma, Ex Banks Collection

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A carved wooden idol with a well handled surface, well worn features and golden honey colored wood. Sukuma or related ethnic group, Tanzania, Africa. The Sculpture measures 11.75 inches tall on custom wood display stand. Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, MD.

Condition

Fair, very well worn

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Old Ancestor Effigy from the Sukuma, Ex Banks Collection

Name: Old Ancestor Effigy from the Sukuma, Ex Banks Collection
SKU: 177515109
Price: 50 USD
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