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Pair of Mid-Century Silvered Ostrich Sculptures Constructed with Ostrich Eggs

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Fanciful pair of Mid-Century ostrich bird sculptures constructed with ostrich eggs and silvered metal. Wearing a quizzical expression that seems to be asking the age old question: "What came first the ostrich or the egg?" Presented on a hand-hammered and signed base "J. Mendoza." .
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 31551stDibs: LU86034685283
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