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MEXICO FOLK ART POTTERY SKULL ALTAR CANDELABRUM

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MEXICO FOLK ART POTTERY SKULL ALTAR CANDELABRUM

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Folk art pottery altar candelabrum, Mexico, 20th c., three branches with angel masks, floral branches and birds, over human skull-form base, restoration to one branch, losses to birds' wings, approx 15"h, 9.5"w, 7.5"d, 4lbs **Provenance: From the estate of Dr. Jill Mutschler-Fontenot, PHD (1962-2017)**

***PLEASE NOTE: All of the Mexico folk art pottery pieces in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have repair, small breaks, chips, and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.*** Start Price: $50.00

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MEXICO FOLK ART POTTERY SKULL ALTAR CANDELABRUM

Name: MEXICO FOLK ART POTTERY SKULL ALTAR CANDELABRUM
SKU: 88505773
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $80 - $150

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