16th Century Carved Stone Gargoyle
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16th Century Carved Stone Gargoyle
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Style:Renaissance (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:c. 1570
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Salt Lake City, UT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10017943476
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