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Antique English Victorian Three Crystal Bottle Tantalus, 19th Century
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 13.39 in (34 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: A24771stDibs: LU950628335412
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