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Lewis & Maese Auction: "Treasures from Asia, Africa and Europe"

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"Treasures from Asia, Africa and Europe" comprise nearly 300 lots on the block. The African artifacts collection features 19 pieces from tribes across the continent. Examples include a Luba Tribal Chief's Seat from Congo, ($1,000-1,500); a bowl-bearer from the Luba Tribe ($450-850), which was placed at the door of tribes women who had recently given birth; an intricately beaded royal stool and retainer from the Bamum Tribe of Cameroon ($950-1,850); and a secret ritual figurine of a hornbill carved by the Senufo Tribe of the Ivory Coast ($2,200-3,200).

Other interesting items include a Roman-style torchiere floor lamp, a mid-century chrome chandelier and a variety of sculptures and paintings.

An online preview catalog is available at lmauction.com.

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Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auctions
1505 Sawyer
Suite C
Houston, TX 77007
http://www.lmauctionco.com/

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