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18th Century Lignum Vitae Sphere

$4,129.25
£3,000
€3,516.48
CA$5,637.21
A$6,271.16
CHF 3,287.42
MX$76,632.09
NOK 41,861.22
SEK 39,406.55
DKK 26,249.22
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About the Item

A late eighteenth century lignum vitae sphere of large scale. Lignum vitae was favoured by Dame Barbara Hepworth, and a Hepworth sphere sculpture in the material was recently sold for £650,000.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Diameter: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1790
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU957323924832

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