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LOT 2346
Anthropomorphic Terracotta Statue
PROBABLY WEST AFRICAN, 20TH CENTURY A.D.
12 in. (1.87 kg, 30.5 cm).
Hollow-formed with a biconvex body and applied collar and other detailing, pierced ears with bronze hoops inserted. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Important North London gentleman's private collection, 1980-1990s.
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