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A Sanford Williams mask, 1991

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Description

Sanford Williams
Nuu-chah-nulth, (b. 1967), 1991, a mask of an elder woman wearing a labret, carved and painted wood, horsehair, mother-of-pearl, leather, and feathers, carved signature verso.
height 8 1/2in, width 6 1/4in
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Condition

Good condition overall with minor dust accumulation.

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A Sanford Williams mask, 1991

Name: A Sanford Williams mask, 1991
SKU: 109697680
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

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