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Pair of Carved Limestone Heads from a Building Facade
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Pair of carved limestone heads from a Chicago Hospital. Heads depict ancient medical practitioners. Custom iron mounts are recently made.
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
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- Seller Location:Round Top, TX
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