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Vintage African Wood and Shell Mask
About the Item
Intriguing good looking mask artistically made of combination of hand crafted beads ,shells , and hand painted wood. To make such a exceptional object of art for display.
Custom-made lucite base included.
Size without base: 13”wide x 6”.5 deep x 15” high
Could hang on the wall too.
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Repaired: Minor wood repair. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Structurally very good.
- Seller Location:Delray Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU897529002252
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