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French Iron Floor Safe
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Width: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Depth: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)
- Style:Baroque (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1830
- Condition:Refinished. Routine Maintenance and upkeep.
- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 31-19271stDibs: LU891122598582
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