A Pair of Fine and Rare 19th Century Mexican Retratos
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A Pair of Fine and Rare 19th Century Mexican Retratos
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1850
- Condition:
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1210108476697
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