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Fabulous Day of the Dead Calavera Skull Mask by Morticia Snow

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Fabulous Day of the Dead Calavera Skull Mask by Morticia Snow

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Fabulous Day of the Dead Calavera Skull Mask by Morticia Snow. Paper mache mask completely covered with silk and velvet flowers, pearls, pins, fabric, trim, rhinestones and jewelry. Size: 10'' x 11'' x 3'' (25 x 28 x 8 cm). Property from the Jim and Kit Horne Collection.

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Fabulous Day of the Dead Calavera Skull Mask by Morticia Snow

Name: Fabulous Day of the Dead Calavera Skull Mask by Morticia Snow
SKU: 124217849
Price: 425 USD
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