Colonial Figure, East Africa
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Colonial Figure, East Africa
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- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900s-1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU104801168266
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