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Pair of Globes by Dudley Adams
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- Creator:Dudley Adams (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Diameter: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Other (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1800
- Condition:
- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 29-30881stDibs: LU89118802213
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