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Large Meissen Pair Of Figures, 'Day & Night' by Heinrich Schwabe, circa 1890
About the Item
- Creator:Heinrich Schwabe 1 (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 20.47 in (52 cm)Width: 6.88 in (17.48 cm)Depth: 6.69 in (17 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Rococo (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
- Condition:excellent, flawless, unrestored, original condition.
- Seller Location:Vienna, AT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1014422321592
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