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Mid-20th Century Italian Composite Marble & Limestone Grave Marker Memento Mori

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An unusual composite stone open book and hands, this would off likely been a grave marker or part of a larger more elaborate memorial. Mid-20th century in age, well weathered. The piece is in two sections when complete the piece measurements are as follows 49cm in width, 32cm in height approximate 10cm at deepest point Composite marble and limestone.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)Width: 19.3 in (49 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612118160552
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