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Meerwasser - Aquarium, German antique underwater sea life engraving

1895

$65
£49.50
€57.06
CA$90.93
A$102.20
CHF 53.23
MX$1,243.06
NOK 681.08
SEK 645.87
DKK 425.87
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About the Item

'Meerwasser - Aquarium' German tinted wood-engraving, circa 1895. 245mm by 305mm (sheet). Central vertical fold as issued.
  • Creation Year:
    1895
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Central vertical fold as issued.
  • Gallery Location:
    Melbourne, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1244214034692

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