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UnknownDemocratic Republic of Congo Lega mask1890
1890
$468.74
£347.21
€390
CA$641.22
A$698.90
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About the Item
Democratic Republic of Congo
Lega mask
Wood / raffia and kaolin
Late 19th century
H mask alone 18 x W 10 x D 4cm
With beard / metal base: 35cm
Provenance: collection of Hillary Gerrard, manager of Ringo Starr
390 euros
- Creation Year:1890
- Dimensions:Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Saint Ouen, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU646317339642

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