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American Cast Iron "Old Salt" Maine Fisherman Doorstops or Bookends, Hubley
$475List Priceper set
About the Item
- Creator:Hubley Manufacturing Company 2 (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Downingtown, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: NY9158-nca1stDibs: LU861018577752
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