Null Finely carved wooden knob with five bearded men's heads
19th century
H : 8 …

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Finely carved wooden knob with five bearded men's heads 19th century H : 8 cm

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Finely carved wooden knob with five bearded men's heads 19th century H : 8 cm

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Strong cane with knotted wooden shaft and antler knob featuring a bearded man's face

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