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Kitsch Venice Gondola Souvenir with Seashells & Pin-Up Girl, Italy 1950s

$533.75
£397.94
€450
CA$733.03
A$820.40
CHF 428.38
MX$10,008.97
NOK 5,437.70
SEK 5,160.05
DKK 3,427.59
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About the Item

1950s Venice gondola souvenir. Bright wood shellac finish, adorned with seashells and a posing pin-up girl in red swim suit. All very kitsch. Marked "Made in Italy. Deposita. NI / 045040".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 13 in (33 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Barcelona, ES
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ODD4881stDibs: LU4867125180112

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