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Rare Polished Brass Sculpture by Robert J Mitchell
By Robert J. Mitchell 1
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant and stylish Modernist polished brass sculpture by Robert J. Mitchell (b.1930). Signed: R J Mitchell 1/10.
Category
Vintage 1970s British Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Solid Polished Brass Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Large contemporary polished solid brass sculpture unknown designer, can be used for jewelry display circa 2000 nice clean condition no scratches.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Modernist Vintage Polished Brass Sculpture of Abstract Venus Female Torso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A modernist abstract figurative sculpture, made of brass. We believe it can be the Torso of Venus the goddess of love, beauty, desire, fertility and prosperity. It will make a beauti...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
H 11 in. W 2.5 in. D 2.5 in.
PAIR OF MIDCENTURY BRASS SCULPTURES 'Birds In Flight' Hollywood Regency Style
Located in Somerton, GB
Elegant Mid-Century Modern polished brass sculptures in the form of flying wild birds.
Heavy geometric bronze body with original brown patina finishing on a polished marble base. Th...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
H 24.02 in. W 14.97 in. D 14.97 in.
Whimsical Polished Brass Mouse Petite Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid brass mouse circa 1970's brass that can be polished if desired.
Category
20th Century North American Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Earthshine (Maquette) - small, polished brass and soapstone tabletop sculpture
By Tonya Hart
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Solid steel rods coated in brilliant brass rise out of a soapstone base and reach upward in this stunning table-top sculpture by Canadian artist, Tonya Hart.
Hart creates work that...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Brass
H 10 in. W 6 in. D 5.5 in.
Polished Brass Stylized Pelican Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in Miami, FL
Polished brass stylized pelican sculpture on marble base
Offered is a substantially sized polished brass stylized pelican sculpture on a green, round marble base. The sculpture wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Earthshine - large, tall, dynamic, polished brass and steel outdoor sculpture
By Tonya Hart
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Solid steel rods coated in brilliant brass appear to rise out of the earth and reach for the sky in this dramatic sculpture by Canadian artist, Tonya Hart.
Hart creates work that i...
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 83 in. W 48 in. D 16 in.
Polished Brass Floor Sculpture by Alain Chervet, 1978
By Alain Chervet
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A gilded and polished brass floor sculpture titled 'Palmes' by Alain Chervet, signed and dated 1978
Alain Chervet (1944) is a French contemporary artist whose main works include F...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
RJ Mitchell Abstract Sculpture, Polished Brass on Marble Base
By Robert J. Mitchell 1
Located in Miami, FL
Robert J Mitchell Abstract sculpture, polished brass on marble base
Offered for sale is a rare modernist abstract sculpture by the British artist Robert J. Mitchell (b.1930). This...
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Set of Two Vintage Large Polished Cast Brass Cat Sculptures
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of two vintage cast solid polished brass Siamese cat sculptures.
Brass figurines of two crouched cat with raised tail.
These beautiful feline sculptures are not only unique but...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Large Polished Brass Sail Boat Sculpture by Curtis Jere, Signed, circa 1970
By Curtis Jere
Located in New York, NY
Curtis Jere boat or ship sculpture, signed, circa 1970. Newly professionally re-plated in brass. Original C. Jere label still attached. This sculpture is on display at the Gallery at...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 41 in. W 46 in. D 8 in.
Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass NY New York Display Sculpture Table Decoration
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern polished decorative heavy Brass New York big NY sculpture, window display or table decor.
Great for a Store or Showroom.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculpt...
Materials
Brass
H 18.5 in. W 23 in. D 6.25 in.
Brass Marlin Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A brass "Marlin" fish sculpture from the 1960s that has been handpolished
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
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Balance 2 by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary elegant Golden polished Bronze sculpture
By Kuno Vollet
Located in DE
Artist: Kuno Vollet
Title: Balance 2
Materials: Bronze, black granite base
Size: 42 x 22 cm
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This elegant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Gold, Brass
H 7.09 in. W 16.93 in. D 3.94 in.
Balance 2 by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary elegant Golden polished Bronze sculpture
By Kuno Vollet
Located in DE
Artist: Kuno Vollet
Title: Balance 2
Materials: Bronze, black granite base
Size: 42 x 22 cm
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This elegant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Gold, Brass
H 7.09 in. W 16.93 in. D 3.94 in.
Vintage Bronze and Chrome Abstract Wall Sculpture by Giovanni Schoeman, 1970s
By Giovanni Schoeman, Glen Cove Sculpture Works Ltd.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Intriguing abstract hanging sculpture with two-tone bronze casting, polished chrome background, and various other metals. This piece has been designed and signed by renowned sculptor...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Chrome
H 24.13 in. W 48.13 in. D 3 in.
Faltung 1 by Kuno Vollet - Golden polished Bronze sculpture on granite base
By Kuno Vollet
Located in DE
Artist: Kuno Vollet
Title: Faltung 1
Materials: Bronze, black granite base
Size: 33 x 13 x 13 cm
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This ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Gold, Brass
H 9.85 in. W 8.67 in. D 8.67 in.
Golden Fold by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary polished Bronze sculpture granite base
By Kuno Vollet
Located in DE
This elegant original cast bronze sculpture by German artist Kuno Vollet brings energy into any art collection. It is cast into a folded form of pure bronze polished to a glowing gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Gold, Brass
H 9.85 in. W 8.67 in. D 8.67 in.
Pair of Decorative Polished Brass Modernist Cranes
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of decorative polished brass modernist cranes. Approximate measurements are of the crane and (base included in height)
Category
Vintage 1970s American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Medium Rabbit in Polished Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Decorative object medium in brass
"The rabbit is the latest iconic object I have designed.
For Ghidini it has turned into a family of precious metal objects: salt and pepper, paper...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #4366 'Bird' Brass Sculpture
By Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #4366 'Bird' brass sculpture. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural figure is executed in polished and patinated brass.
Price is per item...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Scu...
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Small Rabbit Figurine in Polished Brass
By Ghidini 1961, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Small rabbit figurine in brass.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Vintage Large Brass Duck "Decoy" Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Vintage very large brass duck "Decoy". Very heavy. Nice detailing in the feathers, measures 19" wide x 7" deep x 7.%" high. Looks great on a bookshelf or table. Good hand polished co...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Large English Brass Lidded Crab Sculpture or Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A spectacular and finely crafted English Lidded Crab Box. The piece is quite large and with a very good weight. A wonderful decorative piece for any place in the house and particular...
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Vintage Polished Brass Seal Animal Figure Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage brass seal statue. This has been professionally polished.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Pair of Czech & Polish Costumed Sculptures by Lee Menichetti
Located in Stamford, CT
Lee Menichetti, (1931 - 1997) Palm Beach & New York, well known midcentury artist, known for his theatre related art. These sculptures are made of hand bent and hand painted sheet br...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Set of 5 Jere Brass Cat Tails Sculptures
By Artisan House, Curtis Jere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Remarkable set of 5 larger-than-life cattails by Curtis Jere at Artisan House California in the 1970s
See last picture for one way to display these.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Tall Nude Curvy Female Brass Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Tall nude curvy female brass sculpture on wood stand. Has great shape. Hand polished, could be machined polished for an amazing finish. Made in Italy by Decorative Crafts Inc. Label ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Brass and Glass Sculpture by Runstadler Studios
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular polish brass and glass sculpture by California Artists Kurt & Marsha Runstadle. The sculpture is titled “Arpeggio” 15/15 signed and dated 1986.
Dimension: 18” wide, 1...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Nautical Polished Brass 2 Piece Seashell Sculptures Wall Art Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern 2 Pieces Nautical polished brass seashell sculptures wall art.
Have a Hook in the reverse for secure hanging.
Round Shell measures: Height: 3 inches x 6.75 inch...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 1.5 in. W 6.38 in. D 4.63 in.
Carl Auböck Model #4059 'Optimist/Pessimist' Brass Sculpture
By Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Aubo¨ck model #4059 'Optimist/Pessimist' brass sculpture. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural figure is executed in polished and patinated brass. Can b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Scu...
Materials
Brass
Large French Art Deco Walnut Brass Wall Sculpture Clock
By Jean Royère
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern French Deco style wall clock sculpture. Nice combination of solid brass and walnut details. Dated 1959, stamped: Made in France.
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Brass Sculpture Mounted on Black Marble Marquinia
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Parti...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Austrian Art Female Bust Franz Hagenauer 1980s Brass Sculpture
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Franz Hagenauer
Located in Vienna, AT
Austrian Art Female Bust designed by Franz Hagenauer executed by Werkstatte Hagenauer Wien 1980s metal sculpture
This female bust by Franz Hagenauer is one of a group of sculpture...
Category
Vintage 1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Brass Resting Antelope Stag Large Sculpture
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous addition to any decor, large Hollywood Regency polished brass handcrafted North African resting antelope sculpture.
Gorgeous and substantial, iconic 1960s Hollywood Regency ...
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Monumental Brass Foot Sculpture, Werkstätte Auböck, Austria
By Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
We are offering this impressive 13“ long and 8“high brass foot sculpture, designed and manufactured by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Vienna, Austria.
This the second ever-made piece of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Abstract Brass Midcentury Sculpture by Y. Tindas, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Abstract brass sculpture by Yvonne Tindas, France, 1970s. Tindas is best know for her jewelry designs, her sculptures are much more rare. The sculpture has a beautiful sharp but eleg...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Austrian Midcentury Walnut and Brass Antilope Sculpture by Hagenauer Vienna
By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, AT
Amazing iconic brass Antilope animal sculpture designed by Karl Hagenauer and manufactured by Werkstätte Hagenauer Vienna in the 1950s, Mod. no. 9818, marked on the underside Hagenau...
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 10.63 in. W 12.6 in. D 1.97 in.
Giant Brass Nautical Clam Shell Seashell on Starfish Base Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Giant Brass Nautical Clam Shell seashell on starfish base sculpture. Nice vintage condition, hand polished. Heavy with nice details in the casting. Any dark spots in photos is light ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
24k Black Abstract Totem Sculpture Ebonized Wood and Brass by Vivian Carbonell
By Vivian Carbonell
Located in Miami, FL
'24-karat black' is a totem of seduction, critique and reflection. Offering guidance through the difficult passage of time - dug out grooves represent trenches, uneven polished brass...
Category
2010s American Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 86 in. W 7 in. D 4.38 in.
Christmas Tree Decorative Sculpture Marble Onyx Brass Collectible Design Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
The very different, extra-ordinary X-mas tree made of mirror polished brass or stainless steel. Decorated with round or oval disks in marble.
The X-mas tree is available in two versi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 72.84 in. Dm 39.38 in.
Austrian Art Deco Brass Horse Sculpture by Werkstätte Hagenauer, Vienna
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Karl Hagenauer
Located in Vienna, AT
Amazing iconic polished brass Horse sculpture designed by Karl Hagenauer and manufactured by Werkstätte Hagenauer Vienna in the 1950s, marked on the underside of one leg Hagenauer Wi...
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 6.3 in. W 8.27 in. D 3.15 in.
Vintage 1970s Brass Geometric Table Sculptures Pyramid Cube Mid-Century, Italy
By Pierre Cardin, Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Sarreid Ltd. marked brass abstract shapes, Italy, circa 1970s.
Sm pyramid W: 5 1/4 X D: 5 1/4 X H: 5 1/4 in.
Md pyramid W: 5 5/8 X D: 5 5/8 X H: 6 in.
Cube W: 5 1/4 X D: 5 1/4 ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 6 in. W 5.63 in. D 5.63 in.
Hollywood Regency Brass Gazelle Sculpture with Exotic Marble Base, c. 1970's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid-Century Modern hand forged sculpture of stylized gazelle or ibex. Minor patinated spots on brass adds to its vintage beauty. Features a hand polished exotic marble base in hues o...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Large Vintage Brass Resting Panther Animal Sculpture Mid-Century Modern 1970
Located in Miami, FL
This is a beautiful panther sculpture made out of brass and it is made to hang over a shelf.
Wonderfully crafted with great curves and lines.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 6.5 in. W 16.5 in. D 8.5 in.
1970's Hollywood Regency Brass Antelope Sculpture with Exotic Marble Base
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
1970's vintage sculpture features a stylized Kudu Antelope or Ibex in brass over an exotic marble base. The sculpture features hand forged designs throughout with striking details fr...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Italian Modern Sculpture Solid Brass Wire Mounted on Black Marble Marquinia
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Parti...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 20.87 in. W 15.75 in. D 15.75 in.
Stylized Brass and Wood Crane Sculptures on Lucite Base, a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous pair of stylized brass and wood crane sculptures each on a Lucite base.
The middle body is handcrafted out of wood and painted in black and green.
Neck and legs are made o...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
21st Century FUCINA "DISTORSIONI DARKMOON" Wall Iron Sculpture Polished Brass
Located in Desio, IT
Divided into 4 part with profile in polished brass.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 3.94 in. W 59.06 in. D 59.06 in.
Merle Steir circa 1976 Modernist Brass Hinged Multi-Position Table Sculpture
By Merle Steir
Located in Buffalo, NY
Amazing multi position, modern abstract, brass hinged sculpture signed and dated Merle Steir 1976, Constructed of eight 3.5" x 1 " polished brass pieces which can be moved and positi...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 10 in. W 10 in. D 5 in.
Lelapa Hand Carved and Cast Solid Brass Decorative TOTEM Sculpture Set
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our TOTEM sculptures are hand carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair trade. We t...
Category
2010s African Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 26.38 in. W 7.09 in. D 3.15 in.
Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Antelope Sculptures with Marble Bases, 1970's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of 1970's vintage sculptures featuring stylized Kudu Antelopes or Ibex in brass metal over exotic marble bases. The sculpture features hand forged designs throughout with striki...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Brutalist Wall Sculpture Panel, Using Patinated and Polished Brass, 1970s
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A brutalist wall sculpture panel, using patinated and polished brass, 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 36.23 in. W 20.08 in. D 0.6 in.
Locus-5 Tree Sculpture of Brass, Marble and Leather
By Edouard Sankowski
Located in Les Hauts d'Anjou, FR
Edouard Sankowski individually selects the marble blocks he employs. They have been extracted from French quarries that have been active for over 1000 years. Versailles and the Sacré...
Category
2010s French Bauhaus Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Dan Murphy Kinetic Flame Sculpture in Brass and Chrome on Lucite Base
By Dan Murphy
Located in New York, NY
A vintage, Kinetic sculpture by artist Dan Murphy, circa 1980s, with beautifully polished sheets in brass, and a single chrome, manipulated into the form of an abstract flame, above ...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Gatsby Car Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Gatsby car all in casted aluminium in polished finish
with solid polished brass details. Exceptional piece in limited
edition, available on order.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
1980s Midcentury Brass Owl Stylized Art Space Age Regency Bird Sculpture C.Jere
By C. Jere Artisan House
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare series from the Curtis Jere Artisan House, USA, circa 1981, owl on wood plinth.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 9.5 in. W 10.5 in. D 3.5 in.
Atlas Sculpture with Globe
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Atlas in solid bronze in old finish
with globe in solid polished brass finish.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Curtis Jere Signed Sculpture Sailboat
By Alan H. Curtis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary brutalist mid-century ship wall sculpture signed and beautifully crafted out of brass this fabulous piece features fixed torch cut metals accents details and finishe...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
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Polished Brass Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of polished brass sculpture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and stone, every piece of polished brass sculpture was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of polished brass sculpture, we have 244 options in-stock, while there are 47 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of polished brass sculpture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of polished brass sculpture made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of polished brass sculpture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Curtis Jere, Mambo Unlimited Ideas and Walter Bosse are consistently popular.
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Prices for a piece of polished brass sculpture start at $39 and top out at $32,027 with the average selling for $1,500.
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