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Brass door porter
About the Item
A ornate Victorian brass door porter, circa 1880.
With weight iron base.
Weight: 9 lbs
- Dimensions:Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1190237047802
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