Three Decorative Beaded Palm Wine Vessels, Cameroon Grasslands
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Three Decorative Beaded Palm Wine Vessels, Cameroon Grasslands
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Diameter: 13 in (33 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The Regalia were kept in the original state they were found without any cleaning or restaurations..
- Seller Location:Leuven , BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU330119431703
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