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Norman Mercer“Amethyst Acrylic Sculpture”Circa 1990
Circa 1990
Price:$2,250
$2,800List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Norman Mercer (1916 - 2007)
- Creation Year:Circa 1990
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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- Condition:Very good condition.
- Gallery Location:Southampton, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1414003461
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