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Antique 10 Air Rosewood Music Box by BH Abrahams c.1880
$3,920List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 8.7 in (22.1 cm)Width: 18.1 in (45.98 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:It has been beautifully restored and is in perfect working order.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 055231stDibs: LU95061027760
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