Antique Fireback/ Backsplash "Hercules and Omphale"
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Antique Fireback/ Backsplash "Hercules and Omphale"
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Cast
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Nice original and used condition,.
- Seller Location:Haarlem, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 17451stDibs: LU1002515134421
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