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Ancient Stone Statue, West Africa possibly Sierra Leone

$838.38

£614.38

€695

CA$1,150.63

A$1,215.74

CHF 653.93

MX$14,556.58

NOK 8,192.96

SEK 7,503.56

DKK 5,293.51

About the Item

These sculptures are considered manifestations of their deceased ancestors and are placed in ancestor shrines.

Dimensions:
Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Terracotta,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
Sierra Leone
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Leuven , BE
Reference Number:
Seller: 3781stDibs: LU3301126673852

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