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West-African "Bell-Coiffure" Advertising Sign

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West-African "Bell-Coiffure" Advertising Sign

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West-African "Bell-Coiffure" Advertising Sign, painting on wood. Unframed. Size: 21" x 14" (53 x 36 cm). Ford Wheeler Collection.

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West-African "Bell-Coiffure" Advertising Sign

Name: West-African \"Bell-Coiffure\" Advertising Sign
SKU: 51257423
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $700

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