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East African Figurative Face Drum
$3,500
£2,657.14
€3,039.20
CA$4,890.01
A$5,438.76
CHF 2,839.95
MX$66,183.87
NOK 36,270.49
SEK 34,015.32
DKK 22,682.73
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About the Item
East African (20th Century) drum of carved head of man with beard and skin top, signed.
- Dimensions:Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Africa
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Queens, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 051258A1stDibs: LU977924928932
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