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Costa Rican, Trophy head

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Item Details

Description

Costa Rican
Trophy head

carved basalt
7 h × 4.5 w × 6.5 d in (18 × 11 × 17 cm)

This work is located at, and will ship from, Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey.

Condition

Small chip to underside of nose and a couple minor points of loss to eyes. Otherwise intact with light earthen deposits throughout.

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Costa Rican, Trophy head

Name: Costa Rican, Trophy head
SKU: 106127958
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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