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Monumental Limestone Cathedral Spires
$9,500List Priceper item
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 96 in (243.84 cm)Width: 46 in (116.84 cm)Depth: 46 in (116.84 cm)
- Style:Gothic (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1897
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. See images for details.
- Seller Location:Baltimore, MD
- Reference Number:Seller: hw200.11stDibs: LU881517398422
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