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Pair of 'Grand Tour' Models of the Temples of Vespasian and Castor & Pollux
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Grand Tour (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1860
- Condition:Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 96651stDibs: LU954725812252
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