Italian Terracotta Figure of a Noble Roman Woman
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Italian Terracotta Figure of a Noble Roman Woman
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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- Seller Location:Washington, DC
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U100424877097
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