Null Libatory horn entirely engraved with geometric and animal motifs. Black lac…

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Libatory horn entirely engraved with geometric and animal motifs. Black lacquered patina. Bamoun people. Cameroon. Length: 44 cm Provenance: Former collection of Dr. Pierre Harter

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Libatory horn entirely engraved with geometric and animal motifs. Black lacquered patina. Bamoun people. Cameroon. Length: 44 cm Provenance: Former collection of Dr. Pierre Harter

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