Art Deco Bronze Small Hippopotamus Figure. Property of Alton F. Irby III

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A bronze figure of a hippopotamus mounted on a green onyx and metal base (once part of a desk blotter). 1 1/2" H x 4 1/2" L x 1 1/2" W (base 6" x 3"). Provenance: Property of Alton F. Irby III

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Art Deco Bronze Small Hippopotamus Figure. Property of Alton F. Irby III

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