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Pair of Ceramic Mexican Bookends
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 6.69 in (17 cm)Width: 3.54 in (9 cm)Depth: 4.33 in (11 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Ceramic,Glazed
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very minor chipping at the bottom, some time pattina.
- Seller Location:Mexico, MX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3193110743403
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