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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States African masks that have been hand-carved by Guro artisans are powerful and highly regarded art objects. These masks are unique and hold significant cultural ... morevalue..
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$34.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Maasai Beaded Milk Gourd Kenya African Container, Type of Object, Milk Gourd. Container, Country of Origin, Kenya and Tanzania, People, Maasai, ... moreMaterials, gourd. Leather, Beads, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 26.5 inches, Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn surface and leather. Holes in leather, stains in gourd, crack with nice indigenous repair in one place, Maasai Beaded Milk Gourd Kenya African Additional Information: A large and well conserved gourd nicely decorated with leather and beads. Such gourds were used to contain a yoghurty blend of milk and blood. The staple food of the Maasai herdsman. They were treasured, mended when broken, and used for years. The interior would be sterilized by burning. For more information and pictures, see Saitoti's"MAASAI. 67429* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to
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$8.41 Shipping Location: Kenosha, United States The whistle has been displayed, but is in great condition.
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$9.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States The ring bears a very elaborate stamped pattern on the sides of the band wrapping all of the way around to the back of the band. A similarly elaborate ... moredouble beaded chain pattern embellishes all four sides of the bezel.
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Free Shipping Location: Brooklyn, United States 3- Antique White Green Heart Beads. Venetian glass trade beads. Venetian trade beads used in the African trade in the early 1800s. This is a large beaded ... morenecklace made of linked African trade beads fastened with straw.
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$6.98 Shipping Location: United States The Nyamwezi, an ethnic group in Tanzania, are renowned for their historical trading prowess and extensive networks across East and Central Africa. PICK ... moreUP OPTION. Ethiopian Painted Icon Coptic Cross Silver Pendant African.
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$22.80 Shipping Location: Williston, United States Super display piece. I was told from the liquidator that the professor brought this back from Mombasa Kenya in 1980.
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$17.88 Shipping Location: Warwick, United States Primitive wood carved tribal maskPlease see all photosAround 16” inches tall Beautiful detailsPossibly from the Guro tribeIvory Coast
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Type of Object, Helmet Mask, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood and pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, ... more9.5 inches H. x 11 inches deep x 8.5 inches W. Overall Condition, fair to Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, shallow cracks. Chips, Makonde Helmet Mask Tanzania African Mask Additional Information: Helmet masks such as this are very common among the Makonde. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. One of the most prominent of these arts are the life size helmet masks called Lipico which are worn on the top of the head partially covering the face and slightly tipped upward so that the dancer can see. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life serving to mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycle for boys as they move into manhood. The Lipico masks show a wide range of Makonde life and society as they depict initiates. Villagers, coastal Arabs and colonial officials. Makonde will embellish their masks with human hair and beards, insert pegs for teeth, will whiten the eyes and in a quest for realism often show human deformities. In some cases There will be elaborate scarification on the face. Such scarification was done as a part of initiation ceremonies, and also when a ranking member of society assumed a more important political status or social level. Makonde masks were worn on top of the head. Sometimes they have a lip plug. Which Makonde men used to wear. The wood is njala wood. The mask was used for boys' circumcision rites and other ceremonies. Recommended Reading: 653
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States The complexity of the African mask carvings reflects the creativity and skill of the mask artists. African art Igbo and White Mask Female Spirit Face ... moreMask. African Mask Wall Art Handmade Fish Puppet Mask.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States The Guro Masks People, Who Reside In Coast (Cote D'ivoire Masks ), Have A Strong Connection To The Baule People, And This Is Reflected In The Similarity ... moreOf Their African Masks. .
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Metairie, United States Up for sale is a Circa 700 A.D. Pre-Columbian Mayan Clay Zoomorphic Monkey Effigy Whistle from Mesoamerica (present day El Salvador)! It measures 3 1/2" ... morelong. The piece is in great overall condition with signs of wear consistent with its age and use (scattered surface wear). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!
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$5.01 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States SUPERB old African female CHI WARA wood carving& brass decoration MALI. Sculpture. 18.75" high at highest point. Great condition. Minor signs ... moreof wear from age. I have a large African collection for sale at the moment. Please be sure to check out other listings. Thank you for viewing my listing. we are looking for 5 STAR RATING if anything wasn't to your satisfaction please contact me before leaving anything but 5 star rating. I promise i will earn 5 star rating at all cost! payments should be received within 3 days, if you need more time please let me know. INSURANCE is automatically included in the price for items over $40 if you require anything extra or want to insure lower priced items please contact me. Thank you for your interest. I LOVE COMBINING SHIPMENTS. ANY ADDITIONAL ITEM THAT YOU BUY SHIPPING IS ONLY $2! I SHIP WORLDWIDE! SEND ME A MESSAGE FOR EXECT PRICING. IF YOU WANT TO BROWSE MY STORE AND LOOKING TO COMBINE PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE AND DO NOT PAY FOR YOUR ITEM, PLEASE REQUEST AN INVOICE. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: I ship priority mail. Its more expensive but this is the only way i can insure the item, if the item is small and under $50 i can ship it First Class mail to save you money but in that case you assume ALL RESPONSIBILITY for the item, please contact me if that is your wish. Please remember that you may encounter additional tax and customs charges by your country, i cannot be responsible for those charges.
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$10.07 Shipping Location: Port Jefferson Station, United States Title, Yoruba Beaded Crocodile Diviner Hanging Panel Nigeria African, Type of Object, Beaded Diviner hanging panel, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, ... moreYoruba, Materials, Cotton fabric. Vegetal fiber, glass beads, cowrie shells, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 49.75 inches L. x 10.25 inches W. Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear on cotton cloth. Traces of glue in the back and on the surface, Yoruba Beaded Crocodile Diviner Hanging Panel African Additional Information: The frame of this diviner hanging panel in the form of a crocodile is made of vegetal fiber and covered with cotton fabric. One side the panel is embellished with beads and motifs in the form of human face. Elephant, lizards and lozenge patterns. Among the Yoruba. Beadwork is the province of the Ife diviner, something akin to a priest. Beadwork pieces like this one were worn around the neck of the diviner. In the complex beaded patterns symbol and abstract patterns interact in a play of color and design. Human faces and lizard or crocodile are the main designs on this panel. The cowrie shells attached along the edges were a form of currency in the past and would also be used during Ifa divination and the color white is ritually significant among the Yoruba. The crocodile may make reference to the orisha Olokun, deity of the river and the sea from whom wealth comes(the early Europeans brought their goods upstream in ships therefore wealth and goods came from the ocean! Recommended Reading: YORUBA BEADWORK and BEADS BODY AND SOUL-ART AND LIGHT IN THE YORUBA UNIVERSE by Drewal and Mason. 73883* All content. Including
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$20.00 Shipping Location: San Diego, United States Constance McCormick Fearing Santa Barbara, CA acquired in the 1950's-60's.
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Adorned with beads, cowrie shells, and cloth, these masks are passed down as valuable family heirlooms, believed to bring good luck, protect against evil, ... moreand contribute to healing rituals, making them a revered and globally appreciated part of African art and culture.
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$52.22 Shipping Location: Yowie Bay, Australia He has also lived and worked in the jungles of. New Guinea, Africa and. New Guinea for over two years while collecting material for his books and records. ... moreNew Guinea, he has organized and/or participated in photographic expeditions in.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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$8.85 Shipping Location: Boyertown, United States Most likely from a larger jug or vessel. Presumably pre-Columbian, although exact age and cultural affiliation of this piece remain unknown. Length 1 ... more1/4".
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$20.30 Shipping Location: New York, United States 12" 1/2 tall.
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$34.70 Shipping Location: Rialto, United States Vintage African Tribal Grain Door .Purchased from shop in Rancho Mirage, CAThe store was run by lady Doctor who spent years in Africa as missionary physician ... moreand brought many beautiful pieces back with her upon retirement.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 52/17.8 Stand not included The Igbo masks tribe from Nigeria use these wooden masks as part of their many different sacred ceremonies and rituals..
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Glens Falls, United States NEPAL SHAMAN RITUAL MASK, Middle Hills 12” x 7”.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Mossi Carved Doll Figure Biiga Burkina Faso African Art, Type of Object, Doll- Female figure, Country of Origin, Burkina Faso, People, Mossi or ... moreMoshi, Materials, Wood and pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 24.75 inches H. x 2.25 inches W. Overall Condition, Good: Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear, Additional Information: A Mossi half female figure without arms and legs wearing a ceremonial hairstyle Exceptionally. This example has an elegant narrow elongated torso! The Mossi are today the largest single group living in Burkina Faso. They originated from horsemen who made their way north from present day Ghana during the 1500âs. Mossi are renowned for their masquerades and the use of large superbly sculpted and brightly painted masks and colorful costumes. Among the Mossi elders are highly honored with elaborate funerals and the appearance of masked dancers with masks representing ancestors and various spirits and forces of Nature in dramatic and often vigorous dances. Sculpted figures known as Ninande(pl. have a number of functions and It is difficult to establish the use of a figure without specific knowledge of itâs use. This stylized sculpted female figure has and unusual Mossi facial and body lines and a ringed neck. The high crested hairstyle is a version of gyonfo coiffure worn by the female among the Mossi. In general. Figures are identified with local chiefs and clan elders during ceremonies reinforcing local political relationships and chiefly authority. Figures are also used at funerals and in some areas are buried with the elder. During yearly
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States African art Igbo and White Mask Female Spirit Face Mask. African Mask Wall Art Handmade Fish Puppet Mask. African Colorful Mask Hand Carved Traditional ... moreWooden. African Baule Mask Wooden Wall Hanging Art Antique.
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$6.00 Shipping Location: Morocco Here for Sale is a Top Quality Silver Coin in Fantastic Condition With Amazing Detail. you will receive.
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$5.99 Shipping Condition: Brand New Location: Ferndale, United States Ascending to the imperial throne in 161 AD, Aurelius found his reign beset by natural disasters and war. Reflecting the emperor’s own noble and self-sacrificing ... morecode of conduct, this eloquent and moving work draws and enriches the tradition of Stoicism, which stressed the search for inner peace and ethical certainty in an apparently chaotic world.
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$6.75 Shipping Location: Hampton Bays, United States For your consideration is a hand woven traditional Asmat tribe natural fiber warrior bag. The people of West Papua were semi-nomadic hunters and gatherers. ... moreBags such as this would have been used only during ceremonies and special occasions.
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$23.14 Shipping Location: Brighton, Australia Collected in the 1930s prior to WW2.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States The multi-color finish adds to the beauty of the statue, which is made entirely of wood. Whether you're a collector or simply appreciate the beauty of ... moredifferent cultures, this wood statue deserves a place in your collection.
$5.95 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States This is an antique silver Ethiopian cross that was used as a necklace or amulet. It is made of leather and is a Coptic cross. Tested for silver.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 57/16.5 sell without the stand Mask Beautiful Handcrafted African Masks That Originates From The West Coast Of Africa And More Specifically ... moreFrom Mask Coast. The Guro Tribe Or Gouro Tribe As They Are Sometimes Pronounced Are Guro Mask Very Spiritual People And Their Masks Are All Representations Of Their Way Of Live And Spiritual Way Of Life.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 29/9.6 Stand not included Mask Living In Small Village Groups Near The Northern End Of Lake Tanganyika On The Banks Of The Lualaba River In ... moreThe Drc, The Lega Mask People, Also Known As The Warega, Have Established A Unique Way Of Governance..
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States I have purchased a Collection of African Art and Antiques from an African Art Gallery that closed shop. Most of these Old African items have been hidden ... moreaway for decades and are now waiting for you! They capture the life and the dreams of extraordinary cultures. What we have here is a Large Old BEADED FALI FERTILITY DOLL from CAMEROON Africa. 14 inches tall. 7 1/2 inches wide and 2 pounds. This is a beautiful old heavily beaded piece. just look at aged wood. The lovely red beads along with leather and shells. a bold strong image. There is a tag on the piece with a gallery price of $650. I do not know the exact date of creation but it shows age with a well weathered deep patina. Over all good condition. With all African art expect chips dings scratches and cracks that are common to tribal art and add to the aged beauty and charm of the piece. see photos for condition. I am starting this auction at $9.95 with NO RESERVE to make it exciting for everyone. I am happy to offer you the opportunity to touch and hold history. look at the photos and you decide to your best judgment what this is worth. the starting price is cheap so you may get it for a bargain! Enjoy for a lifetime or resell for a profit! This is a beautiful sculpture don't let it get away. bid early and set your snipes high because someone else wants this! Check out my other auction listings starting at $9.95 with NO RESERVE! Please read entire listing for all conditions of sale. See photos as to the item's condition. you are buying what is in the photos independent of my in good faith description. BID EARLY and SNIPE HIGH to make this yours! $15 shipping within Canada. $25 shipping to the USA, World wide shipping available. $45 Airmail to most European countries including England. France, Belgium and Germany. CONTACT ME BEFORE BIDDING for shipping quote to other locations. And YES I COMBINE SHIPPING TO SAVE YOU MONEY. I always label my shipping packages discreetly with simple customs friendly descriptions such as"folk art carvin
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Luba Standing Female Figure Custom Stand DR Congo African Type of Object, carving. Figure, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Luba, Materials, ... moreWood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 21 inches H. x 6 inches Overall Condition, Fair to Good, Damage/Repair, chips from old insect damage arrested in base. Chips in hairstyle, stain, wear and scrapes, Additional Information: This carved standing female figure with a large head. An elaborate coiffure, a serene facial expression, a prominent abdomen with scarification, and hands resting on the belly comes from the Luba people. The carving is a work of a skilled artist working in a classic Luba style! The Luba excel at the veneration of feminine beauty and motherhood. And much of their skillfully crafted artworks, like this exquisite headrest, reflect this ideal. It is through woman that the continuity of the clan is ensured. It is through woman that the ancestor reveals himself anew in the child"Neyt. F, 1994) The woman gives life and nourishes the community. In Holding or presenting breasts she claims her privilege status as guarantor of fecundity and well-being for members of her society. The history of the Luba can be traced back at least 500 years. And they have dominated much of southern part of the Congo during most of this time span. At the height of their expansion their empire stretched east all the way to Lake Tanganyika. Luba Society is still a large culture, numbering about 1,000,000, and their influence remains significant. While there are dozens of art-producing peoples of Congolese origin who have contributed significantly to the recognition of Central African art, the Luba, along with their closely related neighbors the Hemba, are debatable the most important of them all, with many masterpieces scattered throughout the world. The world's greatest museums and private collections are filled with Luba sculpture. As the beauty of some of their finest pieces transcends those of almost any other African culture. Their impac
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$10.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States Handmade by original African tribes, this unique blue and white mask is adorned with a special motif that's just perfect for your home decor. Whether ... moreit's for a holiday or any other event, this African mask makes a great gift option at an affordable price. Designed to capture bad dreams, it's sure to add a touch of authenticity and style to your living room..
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 56/14.9 Sold without stand African Tribal Art Vintage Wooden Carved Mask A Bobo or Bwa tribe [Burkina Faso] plank African Tribal Art Vintage ... moreWooden Carved Mask, the figures on top are thought to represent the wise elders of the tribe,.
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$11.60 Shipping Location: Rayville, United States Vintage Rare African Tribal Ceremonial Black Earthenware Clay Incised & Raised Design Beer Cup, Vase/ Pot, 3.5”Tx4.25”W, SIGNED. As seen in the included ... morepictures this is in good condition~ No cracks, some small flea bites in the center. One of a kind hand made amazing art piece.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 32.2/15.6 Sold without stand these stunning african guro masks are handcrafted and originated from african masks. jiuluo people, also known ... moreas guluo people, are a highly spiritualized group, and their masks.
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$8.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This beautiful African Carved Wood Double Ladle and would be used by the Pokot and Turkana people of Northern Kenya.
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$25.08 Shipping Location: Indianapolis, United States Truly a unique & beautiful Igbo (Ibo) mask as a form of history, culture or art. We are not experts on these masks and the information was obtained from ... moreanother site we found on such masks. The Igbo date back as far as 900 A.D., maybe further and information on them can be found on line.
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$50.19 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom Unsigned Oil on canvas, 56 by 78cms.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States The Mask Gouro (Or Guro) Ethnic Group Includes Some Forty Tribes Mask And Is Made Up Of Approximately Mask Three Hundred Thousand Individuals. They Live ... moreIn The Center West Of Côte D'ivoire, West Of The Bandama River. They Are Surrounded By The Bétés To The West,.
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$5.01 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Up for Auction. Cute African Collectibles Replica“Zulu Love Letter” Made by African Beaded Craft Centre. A rare glimpse of how Zulu women“wrote” to their ... morelovers. Rare and precious souvenir! Brooch measures approx 1" square. Joke Zero Rand Note X 2(No monetary value. Lol) Just a cute curio and a HTF souvenir! Please see images Never used/worn- Zero Rand note's packet has some tears. Notes are fine. Small stain on Paper backing pof love letter. Brooch is fine. Please also see my other auctions. I am also selling other souveniers. Capo(Cape) Verde(and also Canadian + Australian) stamps, Olympic memorabilia, Harry Potter, Transformers, autographs, Star Wars& other collectibles ~~~~~ For the lucky winning bidder. Postage and Handling is as follows Australia Wide: $5 Overseas: $10 Payment must be received within 1 week of auction close. Unless other arrangements made. PayPal or direct debit preferred. Please also see my other auctions. If you are the high bidder on more than one item. I will combine shipping costs. All my items come from a smoke free home. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I am working toward a 5 star rating. And I endeavour to describe my items to the best of my ability and at times spend hours writing very detailed descriptions, with detailed measurements) being very honest in describing my items and describing any flaws it may have and describe them as best as I can if any are present. Again. A word on postage costs, sadly I have no control over the charges of Australia Post. Sadly Aust post only has 2 options for overseas- Air Mail and Surface(By sea- can take up to 3 months L and while I would love to give customers more options. Sadly I cannot, apart from a courier service which is sadly much more expensive. Also with shipping time. Again for overseas it can take up to 7- 14 days to arrive, which I have no control over these times and if I was able, I would beam the items to you J I always package items(especially fragile ones) very well with padding and extra care
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$13.75 Shipping Location: Williams, United States Although they are typically referred to as "cow bells" due to their extensive use with c attle, the bells are used on a wide variety of animals including ... moregoats.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Liberty, United States The part of the stem has a short wooden piece which is inserted into the end of the bowl. The majority of the stem has lattice-work twine on which are ... morethreaded discolored white, turquoise, black and opaque rust colored seed beads; the twine is wound around the stem.
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$13.00 Shipping Location: Bloomington, United States Oglala Dakota. Smithsonian Institution National anthropological archives.
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$57.00 Shipping Location: Wayland, United States African Spear in ground found condition, authentic and used. very rare to find in untouched condition.
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$4.90 Shipping Location: Yachats, United States PICTURES ARE ENLARGED TO SHOW DETAIL. WILL RECEIVE THE ITEM IN THIS PICTURE UNLESS IT IS A MULTIPLE.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 20.3/8.8 Stand not included These stunning African Guro masks are handcrafted and have their origin in African masks. The Guro people, also ... moreknown as Gouro, are a highly spiritual community, and their masks are a reflection of their way of life and spirituality..
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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Living in a region of dry savannas where harvests depend on rainfall, the Bobo instituted a series of purification rituals in order to reconcile themselves ... morewith nature. All of them incarnate the forces of fertility, fecundity, and growth.
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