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Maurine Ligon, bronze bust of an African American

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Maurine Ligon, bronze bust of an African American

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Maurine Ligon, 20th C American DE artist, bronze bust of an African American gentleman, signed "M Ligon", R Barnes Founder", 18" h, very good condition with original patina

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Maurine Ligon, bronze bust of an African American

Name: Maurine Ligon, bronze bust of an African American
SKU: 62652315
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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