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Malian Dogon Ladder Sculpture
$3,980List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Dogon Tribe Mali (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 84 in (213.36 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CAA0628B1stDibs: LU820015899852
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