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Kifwebe Polychrome Painted Wood Mask, Songe, Democratic

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Kifwebe Polychrome Painted Wood Mask, Songe, Democratic

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Description

Kifwebe Polychrome Painted Wood Mask, Songe, Democratic Republic of the Congo

21 x 7 1/2 x 7 in. overall.

Height of mask 14 3/4 in.

Origins Gallery Stockbridge, MA, July 27, 2009.

Property from the Collection of Tom Levine

Condition

Small age cracks, losses to the painted surface with expected nicks and wear.

Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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Kifwebe Polychrome Painted Wood Mask, Songe, Democratic

Name: Kifwebe Polychrome Painted Wood Mask, Songe, Democratic
SKU: 103701962
Price: 3500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $800

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