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Pair of White-Sand Gorgonian Branches, Italy, 1870

About the Item

A big pair of fan-shaped white sand Gorgonian branches from Wunderkammer. The bases are in carved and gilded wood. Italy, circa 1870.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.75 in (95.89 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917129970472
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