A George III Giltwood Oval Mirror (4408331)
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A George III Giltwood Oval Mirror (4408331)
About the Item
- Similar to:Thomas Chippendale (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 63.98 in (162.5 cm)Width: 42.92 in (109 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1760-1769
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1760
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU102661194866
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