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Mid-Century French Carved Beech Wood Metamorphic Folding Library Step Ladder
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Style:Louis XIII (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 223-4241stDibs: LU951232092752
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