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Sweet Bird Topped Carved Wood Bambara Wood Door Lock, Mali Africa Mounted
About the Item
A very sweet small sized carved wood bird topped door lock from the Bambara people of Mali Africa. Originally would have had a horizontal sliding cross bar lock, now missing. Mounted on custom metal and wood stand. Wear and polish from use, some holes and damage from erosion, age, and possibly insects.
Measures: 10 3/4 inches high, on stand 12 1/2 inches.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In appropriate condition for a used tribal object with wear, scratches and chips. Holes from wear, erosion and possible insect damage.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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