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Sa'dan Toraja Figure, West Central Sulawesi

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Sa'dan Toraja Figure, West Central Sulawesi

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Sa'dan Toraja Figure, West Central Sulawesi tau tau Wood Height 60 1/4in (153cm) Provenance David Manfredi, Milan Marian Marill Collection, Boston, acquired in 2000 Thence by descent For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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Sa'dan Toraja Figure, West Central Sulawesi

Name: Sa'dan Toraja Figure, West Central Sulawesi
SKU: 166753125
Price: 1500 USD
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