Pair of Carved Breccia Rosa Antigua Marble Shell Basins from Italy
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Pair of Carved Breccia Rosa Antigua Marble Shell Basins from Italy
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. CONDITION: Chip to marble upper edge of one and minor chip to edge on the other.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 219-67D1stDibs: LU906315855961
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