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Monumental Luciano Bustamante Brass Patchwork Elephant Sculpture, 1970's
About the Item
- Creator:Luciano Bustamante (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)
- Style:Brutalist (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:C. 1970'S
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. Heavy patina throughout.3900.
- Seller Location:Culver City, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1139240265802
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