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Framed Kuba Weaving, Democratic Republic of Congo, 1950s

$498.03
£371.22
€420
CA$683.44
A$765.28
CHF 399.28
MX$9,324.32
NOK 5,066.61
SEK 4,817
DKK 3,197.72
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Framed Kuba Weaving, Democratic Republic of Congo, 1950s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 29.53 in (75 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Raffia,Hand-Woven
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brussels, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2265344114012

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