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About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Late19th century
- Condition:In good condition throughout.
- Seller Location:Woodbury, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: #106011stDibs: U1203248635153
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