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Penshell and Silvered Bronze Turtle Sculpture

$3,850

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A beautiful silvered bronze and a faux tortoiseshell made from penshell table top sculpture, mid to late 1970s. Beautifully made and super stylish, and versatile. Could be used on a coffee table on an entrance table, or just about anywhere.

Details

  • Dimensions
    Height: 3.5 in. (8.89 cm)Width: 13.5 in. (34.29 cm)Depth: 10 in. (25.4 cm)
  • Style
    Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques
    Bronze,Shell,Silver,Burnished,Plated,Polished
  • Place of Origin
    France
  • Period
    1970-1979
  • Date of Manufacture
    1970s
  • Condition
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location
    Kilmarnock, VA
  • Reference Number
    1stDibs: LU883029153322

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    Ships From: Kilmarnock, VA
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    A return for this item may be initiated within 2 days of delivery.

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