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Italian, Fortuny Upholstered Book Box, early 20th century

$2,450
£1,851.38
€2,137.89
CA$3,423.51
A$3,798.67
CHF 1,989.82
MX$46,581.86
NOK 25,309.87
SEK 23,891.44
DKK 15,943.62
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About the Item

crafted in the shape of a book and having a hinged top opening to reveal an inner upholstered storage area, the top lacking a (presumably) brass nameplate
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1900
  • Condition:
    Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU827045781762

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