Makonde Tanzania Modernist Blackwood Sculpture Aardvark Shetani
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Makonde Tanzania Modernist Blackwood Sculpture Aardvark Shetani
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930-1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully aged original old surface. exceptionally fine carving. some age cracks to wood ( see pictures ).
- Seller Location:Rochester, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU961123306412
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