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Lindsey B Balkweill Sculpture 80s Fashion Mannequin Head Home Decor Original

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Authentic, vintage Lindsey B Balkweil Irmgard plaster sculpture, signed and dated 1984. An original sculpture from Lindsey B, featuring a deco-style head with mohawk. Preowned/vintage with definite signs of prior use & display: several chips to plaster, several scratches to surface & some spots to areas of figural's right cheek and chin, some paint loss to lower lip (see last two images). Despite these flaws, still displays well. Measures appx 11.5in H. Signed in back by the artist.
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Chips and scratches to plaster; spots to the right cheek and chin, some paint loss to lower lip (see last two images for examples).
  • Seller Location:
    Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Lindsey B Sculpture Fashion Model 80s1stDibs: LU407211675292
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