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Style: Tribal
Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba
Located in Bochum, NRW
Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba. The Bronze Head from Ife, or Ife Head, is one of eighteen copper alloy sculptures that were unearthed in 1938...
Category

Mid-20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba
Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba

Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba

$775
Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria
By People from Benin
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Outstanding Benin Oba and his Queen, Lost Wax 'Bronze' Sculptures from the late 20th century Superbly cast and highly decorative contemporary pieces, not historical The centuries ol...
Category

Late 20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria
Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria

Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria

$5,922
20th Century African Ebony Male Bust
Located in Pasadena, CA
Beautifully detailed African carved male bust in solid ebony. The figure has been expertly modeled by a master craftsman. The figures is expressive and nearly photographic. Ebony is ...
Category

20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Ebony

20th Century African Ebony Male Bust
20th Century African Ebony Male Bust

20th Century African Ebony Male Bust

$875
African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture
Located in Plainview, NY
An African woman bust sculpture, meticulously hand-carved from the lustrous depths of ebony wood. This masterful creation pays homage to the rich heritage of African craftsmanship. The sculpture delicately unveils the intricate details of African women's accessories, each element a story etched in wood. Her elegance extends to the ornate adornments that frame her face—an ensemble of a triangle-shaped rhinestone and oversized earrings . A multi-layered necklace graces her neck, cascading down in layers that echo the timeless traditions of African jewelry...
Category

20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood, Ebony

African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture
African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture

African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture

$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand
Located in London, GB
Bronze cast with delicate serene features, very refined detailing throughout. Featuring bow-shaped mouth and downcast eyes, flanked by pendulous pierced ...
Category

18th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand
Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand

Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand

$4,407
Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A compatible pair of superbly crafted African busts in an extraordinary exotic hardwood. Nzambu East African sculptures, hand carved, solid and heavy depicting the busts of two tribe...
Category

20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts
Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

$5,200 / set
20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful 20th Century Tribal David Tennant figural head bust comprised of hand carved ebony wood. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vint...
Category

20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood
20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood

20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood

$1,995
Large Patinated Memorial Cast Bronze Benin Bust
Located in Pasadena, TX
Very good cast of a Benin bonze head, probably mid 20th century From the Benin Tribe of Africa comes this beautiful bronze head
Category

20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Large Patinated Memorial Cast Bronze Benin Bust
Large Patinated Memorial Cast Bronze Benin Bust

Large Patinated Memorial Cast Bronze Benin Bust

$1,316 Sale Price
30% Off
Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria
Located in Norwood, NJ
A finely cast bronze portrait head in the style of the ancient Yoruba kingdom of Ife, Nigeria. This dignified bust exhibits hallmark features of c...
Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria
Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria

Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria

$1,875
Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th bookend - Art - Tribal Measures : 23,5x15cm H:44,5cm Wear consistent with age and use : see photos
Category

20th Century Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th
Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th

Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th

$692 / set
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina
Located in Miami, FL
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina Offered for sale is large life-size cast bronze African bust from Cameroon. The bust has great details a...
Category

20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina

African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina

$3,000
Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950
By Riccardo Scarpa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Riccardo SCARPA (1905-1999, Italy) : "Portrait of a young African" Black varnished patinated terracota showing a cute portrait of a young african kid hairdressed with typical tribal...
Category

1950s French Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950
Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950

Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950

$3,342
Pre-Colombian Stone Bust
Located in Queens, NY
Pre-Colombian style stone bust on black lacquered wood base (20th Cent)
Category

20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust
Pre-Colombian Stone Bust

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust

$1,800
Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Tribal style clay bust sculpture. Unusual tribal style / African style artist clay bust from the 20th century. This unique colorful artist sculpture depicts a tribal figure.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Clay

Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture
Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture

Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture

$2,200
African Iron Wood Man Bust
Located in Queens, NY
African iron wood carved bust of a bald man
Category

20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

African Iron Wood Man Bust
African Iron Wood Man Bust

African Iron Wood Man Bust

$550
1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Ceramic Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman The charcoal coloring and patina is unique and would ground and add richness to a neutral interior setting Piece missing bottom of b...
Category

1950s Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Clay

1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman
1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman

1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman

$1,250
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Early 20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century East African Carved Headrest, Ethiopia (Kambatta People)
Early 20th Century East African Carved Headrest, Ethiopia (Kambatta People)

Early 20th Century East African Carved Headrest, Ethiopia (Kambatta People)

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H 7.25 in W 7 in D 3 in
Small Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Snail Sculpture with Dark Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage lost wax cast bronze snail sculpture from the mid 20th century with dark patina. We have several available. Created with the tradition...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Small Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Snail Sculpture with Dark Patina
Small Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Snail Sculpture with Dark Patina

Small Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Snail Sculpture with Dark Patina

$490 / item
H 4.75 in W 12 in D 5.5 in
Bronze Thai Siam Temple Shrine Kamphaeng Phet Style Buddha Head on Marble Stand
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, little gem of a piece. Thai/ Siam meditating Buddha with serenely closed eyes in the Kamphaeng Phet style. The piece has a beautiful patina acquired over time. From a collection of Asian antiques. Would be a nice addition to any South-East Asian artifacts...
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19th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bronze Thai Siam Temple Shrine Kamphaeng Phet Style Buddha Head on Marble Stand
Bronze Thai Siam Temple Shrine Kamphaeng Phet Style Buddha Head on Marble Stand

Bronze Thai Siam Temple Shrine Kamphaeng Phet Style Buddha Head on Marble Stand

$395
H 3.75 in W 2 in D 2 in
African Bronze Benin Sculpture
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This is a Benin-style bronze sculpture, likely inspired by the traditional lost-wax casting techniques used by the Edo people of the Kingdom of Benin (modern-day Nigeria). Descripti...
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19th Century Nigerian Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Brass, Bronze

African Bronze Benin Sculpture
African Bronze Benin Sculpture

African Bronze Benin Sculpture

$1,350
H 21 in W 13 in D 6 in
Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Great mid century piece from the estate of modern architect John Mooney, NY. Pencil signed. Appears to be unfinished as it shows some pencil mark...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Busts

Materials

Plaster

Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust
Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust

Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust

$3,250
H 17.5 in W 7 in D 11 in
Benin African Art Tribal Bronze Relief Sculpture Plaque
By People from Benin
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Striking and detailed bronze relief sculpture from Benin, now known as Nigeria, in Africa. This piece was modeled after ancient Benin bronzes, but is from the 20th Century. The intri...
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20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Benin African Art Tribal Bronze Relief Sculpture Plaque
Benin African Art Tribal Bronze Relief Sculpture Plaque

Benin African Art Tribal Bronze Relief Sculpture Plaque

$1,100
H 16 in W 14 in D 6.5 in
Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century
Located in Austin, TX
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century
Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century

Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century

$4,200
H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 2.25 in
African Benin Bronze Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
African Benin Bronze Sculpture, Africa, circa mid 20th Century. Beautiful casting with wonderful attention to detail. Solid, heavyweight...
Category

20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Metal, Bronze

African Benin Bronze Sculpture
African Benin Bronze Sculpture

African Benin Bronze Sculpture

$1,200
H 15.5 in W 7 in D 6.5 in
Bronze Head of the Buddha, 17th Century, Thailand
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai bronze head of Buddha, Ayutthaya period, late 16th-early 17th century. His face with serene expression, arched eyebrows above incised eyes and ...
Category

Early 17th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Head of the Buddha, 17th Century, Thailand
Bronze Head of the Buddha, 17th Century, Thailand

Bronze Head of the Buddha, 17th Century, Thailand

$1,375
H 6.75 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in
Bronze Yoruba Sculpture
Located in Munich, DE
Made by the Yoruba Tribe from Benin it dates back to the 19th century. Created for the royal family.
Category

1950s Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Yoruba Sculpture
Bronze Yoruba Sculpture

Bronze Yoruba Sculpture

$1,790
H 15.75 in Dm 8.67 in
20th Century Bronze Bust of Dante
Located in Bagshot, GB
An interesting Bust of the poet Dante, the bust has been made in plaster but then covered in a Bronze wrap. We have never come across a bust in this manor before.
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Early 20th Century European Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Bronze Bust of Dante
20th Century Bronze Bust of Dante

20th Century Bronze Bust of Dante

$1,557 Sale Price
25% Off
H 13.39 in W 15.36 in D 8.67 in
16th Century Thai Ayutthaya Sandstone Torso of the Buddha
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely carved sandstone torso of the Buddha, Ayutthaya period (1350-1767), Thailand. Wonderfully simplistic, the only ornamentation this torso displays...
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16th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Sandstone

16th Century Thai Ayutthaya Sandstone Torso of the Buddha
16th Century Thai Ayutthaya Sandstone Torso of the Buddha

16th Century Thai Ayutthaya Sandstone Torso of the Buddha

$9,500
H 15 in W 15.25 in D 9.25 in
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Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Mid-Century Tribal Figure
By People from Benin
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Impressive Benin Oda King Lost Wax 'Bronze' sculpture from the mid-20th century Centuries old, the 'Lost Wax' method involves a mold created in wax and the ...
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Mid-20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Mid-Century Tribal Figure
Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Mid-Century Tribal Figure

Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Mid-Century Tribal Figure

H 16.5 in W 8 in D 6.5 in
Bronze Verdigris Benin Bust, Mid-Century
Located in London, GB
Of life size proportion and captivating noble features, with beautiful lost wax casting and ideal verdigris patina.  
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1960s Nigerian Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Verdigris Benin Bust, Mid-Century
Bronze Verdigris Benin Bust, Mid-Century

Bronze Verdigris Benin Bust, Mid-Century

H 14.97 in W 7.49 in D 9.45 in
Antique Head of an Oba King Bronze Benin Sculpture African Tribal Altar Bust
Located in Dayton, OH
"This cast bronze sculpture depicts the idealized likeness of an oba, or king, wearing a woven CAP of coral beads, with lateral strands of coral suspended around both ears. A single bead extends from the headdress to the forehead, aligned with the ridge of the nose, creating bilateral symmetry. The youthful face is round and rendered with precise naturalism. A rolled collar is worn low on the neck and is characteristic of imagery associated with Benin rulers. A circular opening at the Summit of the head would have accommodated a carved elephant tusk...
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Late 19th Century Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Antique Head of an Oba King Bronze Benin Sculpture African Tribal Altar Bust
Antique Head of an Oba King Bronze Benin Sculpture African Tribal Altar Bust

Antique Head of an Oba King Bronze Benin Sculpture African Tribal Altar Bust

H 10 in W 6.25 in D 7 in
17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai, Ayutthaya style, bronze head of Buddha Shakyamuni, late 16th or early 17th century. With a serene expression on his face, downcast eyes, arched eyebrows, smiling lips, with c...
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Early 17th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha
17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha

17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha

H 7.75 in W 2.375 in D 2.375 in
17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai, Ayutthaya style, bronze head of Buddha Shakyamuni, late 16th or early 17th century. With a serene expression on his face, downcast eyes, arched eyebrows, smiling lips, with c...
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Early 17th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha
17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha

17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha

H 6.75 in W 2 in D 2 in
17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai, Ayutthaya style bronze head of Buddha Shakyamuni, late 16th or early 17th century. With a serene expression on his face, downcast eyes, arched eyebrow...
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Early 17th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha
17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha

17th Century Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha

H 9.25 in W 3 in D 3 in
Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Midcentury Tribal Figure
By People from Benin
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Impressive Benin Oda King Lost Wax 'Bronze' sculpture from the mid-20th century Centuries old, the 'Lost Wax' method involves a mold created in wax and the m...
Category

Mid-20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Midcentury Tribal Figure
Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Midcentury Tribal Figure

Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Midcentury Tribal Figure

H 16.5 in W 8 in D 6.5 in
African Benin Bronzes of Queen Edo the Iyoba 'Nigeria', Monumental, circa 1950
Located in Miami, FL
African Benin bronzes of Queen Edo the Iyoba (Nigeria), monumental, circa 1950 Offered for sale is a monumental pair of Benin bronzes depicted ...
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Mid-20th Century Nigerien Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

African Benin Bronzes of Queen Edo the Iyoba 'Nigeria', Monumental, circa 1950
African Benin Bronzes of Queen Edo the Iyoba 'Nigeria', Monumental, circa 1950

African Benin Bronzes of Queen Edo the Iyoba 'Nigeria', Monumental, circa 1950

H 33 in W 10 in D 13.5 in
Large Antique Dug Out Carved Tribal African Sculpture
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A large antique Tribal wooden sculpture from Africa. Dates from early 20th century. This piece has been dug out from a wooden trunk, and a face carved on either side. Very good c...
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Early 19th Century Mozambican Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Dug Out Carved Tribal African Sculpture
Large Antique Dug Out Carved Tribal African Sculpture

Large Antique Dug Out Carved Tribal African Sculpture

H 13.39 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Pair of Burmese Wooden Bookends or Busts
Located in New York, NY
Wooden bookends/busts in the likeness of Myanma (Burmese) women, wearing traditional head covering and brass neck coils.
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20th Century Burmese Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair of Burmese Wooden Bookends or Busts
Pair of Burmese Wooden Bookends or Busts

Pair of Burmese Wooden Bookends or Busts

H 5.5 in W 2.75 in D 4 in
Karl Springer Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved African sculpture, woman's head with four horns, by the Ekoi tribe in Nigeria with a suede base by Karl Springer, American, 1980s...
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1980s Nigerian Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Leather, Suede, Wood, Paint

Karl Springer Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base, 1980s
Karl Springer Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base, 1980s

Karl Springer Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base, 1980s

H 30.5 in W 27 in D 25 in
J. Mabena Signed South African Carved Stone Bust of a Chieftain
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This vintage sculpture is made of Verdite stone. The necklace is bone. It was brought back from South Africa 45 years ago. It weighs 25 pounds. There is a missing piece of bone on o...
Category

20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Stone

J. Mabena Signed South African Carved Stone Bust of a Chieftain
J. Mabena Signed South African Carved Stone Bust of a Chieftain

J. Mabena Signed South African Carved Stone Bust of a Chieftain

H 12 in W 9 in D 7 in

Tribal busts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Tribal busts for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage busts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Tribal busts made in a specific country, there are Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original busts, popular names associated with this style include and Yoruba People. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for busts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $5,498 while the average work can sell for $1,730.

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