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Large Tortoise Shell
$950List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
- Style:Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Tortoise Shell
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1940-1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Houston, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: NS1stDibs: LU98478556793
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