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Pair of Carved Ebony Bookends as African Warriors

$1,800per set
£1,352.21per set
€1,559.32per set
CA$2,497.73per set
A$2,775.53per set
CHF 1,454.41per set
MX$34,036.98per set
NOK 18,550.15per set
SEK 17,451.30per set
DKK 11,638.09per set
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About the Item

Pair of carved ebony bookends modelled as African warriors, resting on their haunches, with glass eyes, 19th century Spanish coin-earrings, brass bracelets, each with shield and spear.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.7 in (32.26 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Beads,Glass,Iron,Straw,Beaded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. missing one glass eye.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D9221stDibs: U1201318753416

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