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19th Century Zanzibar Chest
$4,950List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 57 in (144.78 cm)Depth: 30 in (76.2 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1840-1860
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Overall good condition with minor losses to some of the brass strapping. It has acquired a deep natural patina and is structurally very sound. The main lock is lacking; the 4 bottom drawers retain their locks. The keys are not present.
- Seller Location:Pasadena, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: mjhdesignarts.01.09.221stDibs: LU2519327149132
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