Norfolk Hide Attaché Case, circa 1920
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Norfolk Hide Attaché Case, circa 1920
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 4.38 in (11.13 cm)Width: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Depth: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1920
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU960013926822
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