Horse and Rider Whirligig Fragment
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Horse and Rider Whirligig Fragment
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th century
- Condition:Worn black paint and well patinated wood. Horses legs are no longer winning with us. On steel museum mount.
- Seller Location:Sheffield, MA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1208128516301D
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