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Wooden tribal head sculpture

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Item Details

Description

Wooden tribal head sculpture
Height: 7.5"

Davids notes: This came out of storage unit in Ossining NY, that belonged to Dr. Gregory Siskind.

Condition

Good condition overall; overall wear. Crack filled in

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Wooden tribal head sculpture

Name: Wooden tribal head sculpture
SKU: 108795295
Price: 25 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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Starting Price $100

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