Rare Pair of Early 19th Century Giltwood and Glass Mirrors by Samuel Jennings
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Rare Pair of Early 19th Century Giltwood and Glass Mirrors by Samuel Jennings
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1830
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- Seller Location:Peterborough, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 83171stDibs: LU1032812540441
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