America’s Ancestor Hallucinogenic God, 500 Years Old
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America’s Ancestor Hallucinogenic God, 500 Years Old
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- Dimensions:Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Pre-Columbian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:15th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:South Burlington, VT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1289212581901
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