Arms, Armour, Asian and Ethnographic Antiques
By Scollard Auctions
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Nov 14, 2023
Brea, California, United States
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Early November sale featuring arms and armour as well as Asian antiques from China, Japan and Korea, a wide variety of ethnographic ceramics and stone as well as other varied antiques
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LOT 165:
Akuaba Fertility Doll
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Start price:
$
30
Estimated price :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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sales tax: 7.75%
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Akuaba Fertility Doll
Modern charming example of Africa's most recognizable figure, the fertility doll. Typically carved from a single piece of wood with a large circular head mimicking the moon goddess, which is associated with fertility. Neck displays notched rings. Size 14 1/2" H
Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.. Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.
Condition: As-is with surface wear and scratches.
