Pair of 19th Century Bronze and Gilt Bronze Chenets
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Pair of 19th Century Bronze and Gilt Bronze Chenets
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1880 - Circa 1890
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- Seller Location:Peterborough, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 62971stDibs: LU103281192476
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