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Rare Spanish 19th-20th Century Gothic-Baroque Vitrine Exhibition Display Cabinet
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- Dimensions:Height: 60.5 in (153.67 cm)Width: 39.75 in (100.97 cm)Depth: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)
- Style:Gothic Revival (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A truly beautiful vitrine cabinet. Overall condition is good with some minor oxidation and wear. The glass with some minor scratches, the aged and worn mirror bottom shelf with spotting and silver peeling. Please view all images.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: Ref.: A2420 1stDibs: LU1796215875372
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