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Bronze David and Goliath by A. Mercie
$9,028.33List Price
About the Item
- Similar to:Antonin Mercie (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Brighton, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: f122721704037092223fs
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