Null showing a face with a determined expression, open mouth and eyes.
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showing a face with a determined expression, open mouth and eyes. Wood, metal, old brown patina and wear marks Nepal, Middle Hills 27 x 18 cm

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showing a face with a determined expression, open mouth and eyes. Wood, metal, old brown patina and wear marks Nepal, Middle Hills 27 x 18 cm

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