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20th Century 1918 Huge Parabolic Concave Mirror Lighthouse Mirror Optical Lens
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- Similar to:Anish Kapoor (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 48.43 in (123 cm)Diameter: 48.43 in (123 cm)
- Style:Industrial (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1910-1919
- Date of Manufacture:1918
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lowestoft, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4612120050912
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