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Nigerian Mofu Patterned Metal Shield, c. 1850
$1,980List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Metal,Twine
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CAA04291stDibs: LU82009041003
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