Nantucket Round Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950
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Nantucket Round Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950
$5,500List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Jose Formoso Reyes (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Diameter: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: AD - 286-93 WRYY1stDibs: LU903938512162
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