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2 Busts of Indigenous Persons, Smithsonian 1881

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2 Busts of Indigenous Persons, Smithsonian 1881

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2 Busts of Indigenous Persons, underside inscribed : "Presented to E.B. Johnston by the Smithsonian Institute Dec. 9th 1881", painted plaster. Note Purchased by consignor at a NYC Armory Antique show, c.1980 (DELL305/2)(MM)
Dimensions: 18 x 9
Property from a New York collection

Condition

Paint chipped in areas, one with chip along front, needs repair

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2 Busts of Indigenous Persons, Smithsonian 1881

Name: 2 Busts of Indigenous Persons, Smithsonian 1881
SKU: 98015927
Price: 2700 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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