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Abelam Dance Crest and Adornments, PNG

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Description

Abelam Dance Crest, PNG. Carved wood and pigment. Size: 28'' x 15.5'' x 1'' (71 x 39 x 3 cm). Together with a group of Irianjaya Bags and Other PNG Adornments. Including bags, necklaces, arm band, belt and long shell-adorned straps. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Shirley and David Rowen, Beverly Hills, California. Sizes ranging from: 2'' x 5'', (5 x 13 cm) to 97'' x 1.5'', (246 x 4 cm).

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Abelam Dance Crest and Adornments, PNG

Name: Abelam Dance Crest and Adornments, PNG
SKU: 113952644
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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