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Two African Terracotta Zoomorphic Grotesques

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Two African Terracotta Zoomorphic Grotesques

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Two African Terracotta Zoomorphic Grotesques. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Sizes: 1) 6'' x 8'' x 10'' (15 x 20 x 25 cm); 2) 6'' x 6.5'' x 10.5'' (15 x 17 x 27 cm). Please Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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Two African Terracotta Zoomorphic Grotesques

Name: Two African Terracotta Zoomorphic Grotesques
SKU: 81428704
Price: 1300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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