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Large Carved Sculptural Sea Lion or Seal in Elmwood Balancing a Brass Ball

$5,250
£3,943.95
€4,548.01
CA$7,285.06
A$8,095.31
CHF 4,242.03
MX$99,274.53
NOK 54,104.59
SEK 50,899.61
DKK 33,944.43
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About the Item

Straight out of an interior from the exuberance, glam and high style days of 1970s. This large scale vintage English sculpture of a sea lion or seal is carved out of elmwood, balancing a large brass ball on his nose. A rare find, in very nice original condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very nice condition.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU820221818102

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