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Ceramic Elephant Ornament , hand made in South Africa
$195List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Love Art Ceramic (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:2023
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- Seller Location:North Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: LXNS20A1stDibs: LU9129240157262
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