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Lega

Head

Lega, Early 20th century

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Lega

Head

Lega, Early 20th century

Physical Qualities Ivory, 5 5/8 × 1 3/4 × 2 3/16 in. (14.3 × 4.5 × 5.5 cm.)
Credit Line Anonymous Gift
Object Number 1995.156

Inscribed: Orange sticker, '737'

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