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Carved and Decorated Sperm Whale Figure, circa 1900
$685List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: AD - 286-31 HOO1stDibs: LU903938991042
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