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Mid-Century Bronze Hippopotamus on Marble Base

$10,517.53
£7,650
€8,999.31
CA$14,399.03
A$16,131.56
CHF 8,396.46
MX$196,451.53
NOK 106,959.74
SEK 100,725.89
DKK 67,178.67
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About the Item

A rather charming, novel mid century bronze hippopotamus on a marble base with gilt border.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Reepham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6737231751782

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