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Dominican Papier Mache Mask Predator 1980s
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Pre 1970 item# 344992
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El Alcazar
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425.00
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Wild papier mache demon mask used at carnival in Santo Domingo-ca 1980s--was inspired by creature in Arnold Schwarzenneger film- Predator--there is a handful of artisans who make these masks in Santo Domingo-each has special individual technique-limited number and not repeated-usually sold only at carnival time--base is papier mache polychrome with vibrant enamel-tusks are resin-dread locks fabric---all oversized-28 inches by 21 inches-has a frightening inter-galectic look-creature from outer space
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Pr WWI Artillery Shell Vases-French -1918
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Pre 1920 item# 154082
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575.00
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matched pair of French brass vases made from German 105 mm artillery casings-bottom has German arsenal name and is dated 1918--these are examples of what is known as shell art--use of artillery shell components to make decorative items-have even seen defused projectiles converted into lamps--most of this work was done after WWI-the most decorative pieces done in France-these two pieces have been intensely worked with hammered and engraved designs-each have an incised panel in French which commemorates WWI with dates--20 inches high--5.25 inches diameter-no condition problems--top edges irregular where projectile was launched--but got to expect that--this is the real thing--a very decorative historical object
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Italian Fornescetti Charger--Hunt Trophy
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Pre 1960 item# 37168
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325.00
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Thirteen and one half inch Italian porcelain charger by leading Italian 20th century designer Fornescetti--maker of architectural inspired furniture and decorative items--decals on pieces are a signature technique--this charger has a hunting trophy design--condition is good --no cracks or chips--minor scratches in gold surface-not noticed unless you tilt piece to angle light---the blue decal on the gilt gold field makes a stunning combination--marked
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