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Natural size pair of african sculptures in noble wood representing giraffes
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Incredible and huge sculptures representing a couple of giraffes polychromed. Fantastic.
- Dimensions:Height: 94.49 in (240 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:International Style (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Wood,Other
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Perfect Conditions.
- Seller Location:Rio De Janeiro, BR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8821235666542
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