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Austin Cox Modernist Chess Set
About the Item
- Creator:Austin Enterprises (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960's
- Condition:Near mint original condition.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1206228285755
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