Lot 0554

Handpainted Tapa Cloth, Pacific Islands

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Handpainted Tapa Cloth, Pacific Islands. With bird, tree, turtle, crab, and human images. Size: 57'' x 21'', 145 x 53 cm.

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Handpainted Tapa Cloth, Pacific Islands

Name: Handpainted Tapa Cloth, Pacific Islands
SKU: 129083302
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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Starting Price $50

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