Lot 6151

INUIT CARVED WHALEBONE MASK Early 20th Century Height 7.75”.

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INUIT CARVED WHALEBONE MASK Early 20th Century Height 7.75”.

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INUIT CARVED WHALEBONE MASK
Early 20th Century
Shell eyes.
Height 7.75”.

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Age crack to right side

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INUIT CARVED WHALEBONE MASK Early 20th Century Height 7.75”.

Name: INUIT CARVED WHALEBONE MASK Early 20th Century Height 7.75”.
SKU: 134800593
Price: 300 USD
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