19th Century WMF Art Nouveau Silver Plated Centrepiece Cranberry Glass
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19th Century WMF Art Nouveau Silver Plated Centrepiece Cranberry Glass
About the Item
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- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)Depth: 10.63 in (27 cm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 094821stDibs: LU950614340102
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