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Hand Carved Malachite Hippo

$4,600
£3,498.10
€4,034.89
CA$6,443.76
A$7,211.84
CHF 3,765.71
MX$87,984.85
NOK 47,800.69
SEK 45,359.91
DKK 30,130.62
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About the Item

Beautifully carved malachite hippo. Great addition to any collection!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    21st Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1076629000302

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