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African Toma Tribal Initiation Ceremonial Mask From Liberia (Guinea)

$404.49
£295
€344.05
CA$553.89
A$615.85
CHF 321.56
MX$7,496.34
NOK 4,102.97
SEK 3,844.29
DKK 2,567.73
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African Toma Tribal Initiation Ceremonial Mask From Liberia (Guinea) From the Tribal people of Liberia (Guinea, Africa) Initiation masks were used by secret male socity know as Poro
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition with natual wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Lincoln, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 106891stDibs: LU7210237942632

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