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Hand Carved and Decorated Sperm Whale Plaque, circa 1950 - 1960s
$3,700List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)Depth: 7.38 in (18.75 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: AD - 290-06 LRA1stDibs: LU903941279162
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