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"Child's Head, " African American bronze portrait, circa 1930s
$1,200List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1930s
- Condition:Bronze in excellent condition; marble base has small chip at corner.
- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1004278651219
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