Oceanic Sepik River Gable Figure Sculpture from Papua, New Guinea
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Oceanic Sepik River Gable Figure Sculpture from Papua, New Guinea
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- Dimensions:Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 1950s-Early 1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. A few slight stress cracks due to age, some slight loss of paint. Very good looking!
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU91545530203
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