The Dial, Abbey Liex, County Laois, Watercolour
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George Samuel ElgoodThe Dial, Abbey Liex, County Laois, Watercolour1894
1894
About the Item
- Creator:George Samuel Elgood (1851 - 1943, British)
- Creation Year:1894
- Dimensions:Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Lincoln, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU805112755352
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