A CARVED AND POLYCHROME-DECORATED SEATED FIGURE OF A MAN, | Christie's

Sale 1478

THE HOUSE SALE

New York

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1 - 2 February 2005

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Lot 918

A CARVED AND POLYCHROME-DECORATED SEATED FIGURE OF A MAN,

Price realised

USD 900

Estimate

USD 700 - USD 900

This lot is offered without a reserve

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A CARVED AND POLYCHROME-DECORATED SEATED FIGURE OF A MAN,
possibly depicting a Maori warrior, previously mounted as lamp
18in. (46cm.) high
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