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Antique 17h Century Fireplace Back Plate with the Columns of Hercules
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 40.56 in (103 cm)Width: 40.95 in (104 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
- Style:Louis XIII (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1650
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Baambrugge, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU933317312082
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