Indian Vizagapatam Work Box 19th Century
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Indian Vizagapatam Work Box 19th Century
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 16.93 in (43 cm)Depth: 11.42 in (29 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 12120695426
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