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Early 18th Century George I Highly Figured Walnut Double Dome Bookcase on Chest
$39,236.75List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 85.44 in (217 cm)Width: 41.34 in (105 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1720-1730
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In original condition, with all original features, to include chased brass furniture, feet, finials, shelves, mirror plates and possibly most crucially untouched patinated surfaces. Conserved.
- Seller Location:Oxfordshire, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4936220051612
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