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Luba Kifwebe Sandals

$1,100per set
£831.11per set
€952.91per set
CA$1,535.18per set
A$1,670.39per set
CHF 884.45per set
MX$20,095.92per set
NOK 11,230.55per set
SEK 10,275.16per set
DKK 7,119.54per set

About the Item

Rare pair of African sandals, with beautifully articulated little Luba 'Kifwebe' (mask) heads as toe holds. Wonderful aged 'footprints' produced from great use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 3.38 in (8.59 cm)Depth: 10.38 in (26.37 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3438340165542

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