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Oval Blue John Plateau
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- Dimensions:Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 18.38 in (46.69 cm)Depth: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 31-26891stDibs: LU891142232462
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