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Thierry Despont Custom Designed Iron & Wood Masks

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Carved Wood Tribal Face Mask. Custom stand supporting l: Carved Wood Tribal Face Mask. Custom stand supporting large head with spiked headdress. Coral bead trim to one eye. Signed LA.-- Dimensions: H: 20 inches: W: 8 inches: D: 9 inches --- US Shipping char

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Thierry Despont Custom Designed Iron & Wood Masks

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Thierry Despont (French, 1948-2023) mid- to late 20th century industrial iron and wood fixtures with fabric fringe and panels modeled as tribal/Oceanic ceremonial face masks, on custom display stands. Provenance: From the Collection of renowned architect and designer Thierry Despont. [Largest: 25" H x 19 1/2" W x 10" D; Tallest: 66 1/4" H x 12" W x 12" D (incl. stand)].

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Thierry Despont Custom Designed Iron & Wood Masks

Name: Thierry Despont Custom Designed Iron & Wood Masks
SKU: 174103520
Price: 3500 USD
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