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Pair of African Cowrie Fertility Idol Figures
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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)
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
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