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Pair of African Cowrie Fertility Idol Figures

About the Item

Pair of African (19/20th Cent) seated Cowrie fertility idol figures with a surface of small shells and beads and mounted on modern silver metal bases
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Queens, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BRA0071stDibs: LU97793758542

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