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1950s South African Scrimshaw Ostrich Egg by Late Chief Sipho Ndldvu

$1,788.43
£1,324.96
€1,500
CA$2,450.06
A$2,718.54
CHF 1,424.03
MX$33,336.65
NOK 18,113.20
SEK 17,098.09
DKK 11,410.17
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About the Item

Original 1950s South African scrimshaw ostrich egg by late chief Sipho Ndlvu depicting a pair of elephants.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Marbella, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3044326179132

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