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Oscar Wilde, the Writings
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- Dimensions:Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Length: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1907
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU856118892312
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