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Central African Bust Wall Sculptures 'Male and Female'

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One of a kind pair of beautifully-carved wooden wall sculptures of an African couple. Most probably from a region in DR Congo in Central Africa. One of the frames has been redone. The female one is slightly smaller. Female counterpart measurements: 13.5 W, 28.75 H, 0.75 D.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Pasadena, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU825812571481

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