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Alaskan Native Spirit Whale Bone Mask

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Alaskan Native Spirit Whale Bone Mask 9''x6''. Unusual inlaid eskimo mask with applied whale and whale tail. Initialed ''WS 97'' on verso. Excellent condition.

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Alaskan Native Spirit Whale Bone Mask

Name: Alaskan Native Spirit Whale Bone Mask
SKU: 107123302
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $300

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