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Kota Reliquary Figure Gabon, Christies Provenance
$25,000
£18,881.68
€21,811.27
CA$35,221.44
A$37,722.18
CHF 20,279.18
MX$458,157.86
NOK 256,237.34
SEK 234,604.34
DKK 162,970.07
About the Item
Kota Reliquary of classic form. Brass and iron over wood. On an old base, with an old number label. Ex Estate of Willliam Kohler, Christies NY 'Important Tribal Art' Nov 20 1997.
- Dimensions:Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Primitive (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:c.1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Sharon, CT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3438335790292
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