Original Maquette for Sculpture Surrealist Animal Woman
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Maurice SpertusOriginal Maquette for Sculpture Surrealist Animal Woman
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- Creator:Maurice Spertus (1902 - 1986, American, Russian)
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
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- Condition:this is the original Maquette used to cast the bronze. some minor loss to bottom that might be original to the process and the piece. please see photos.
- Gallery Location:Surfside, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3822015733
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