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Crocodile headed seat, 20th C. Admirality Islands

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Crocodile headed seat, 20th C. Admirality Islands

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A wooden painted red/ black seat in the shape of a two headed crocodile, from the Admirality Islands.Dimensions are 65 x 8 cm.Dating to the beginning of the 20th century.

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Crocodile headed seat, 20th C. Admirality Islands

Name: Crocodile headed seat, 20th C. Admirality Islands
SKU: 43639698
Price: 150 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €150 - €250

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