Magnificent Pair of Cast Bronze Sitting Lions, 20th Century
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Magnificent Pair of Cast Bronze Sitting Lions, 20th Century
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 47 in (119.38 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 33 in (83.82 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3652315718951
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