Cityscape Sofa by Paul Evans
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Cityscape Sofa by Paul Evans
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 74.25 in (188.6 cm)Depth: 37 in (93.98 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:C. 1970
- Condition:Very good original condition.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U0708208008891
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