Two sets of African Masks in Lucite Frames
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Two sets of African Masks in Lucite Frames
About the Item
- Sold As:Set of 4
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Gabon
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1960
- Condition:Lucite frames are newly custom made.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 12122081881783
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