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Antique Zanzibar Blanket Chest Teak Wood with Brass Metal Overlay, 19th Century
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1850s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In great condition. Solid and stable with some signs of aging and wear consistent with age.
- Seller Location:Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU911023628042
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