Rare Georgian Partners Writing Table with Adjustable Writing Slopes
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Rare Georgian Partners Writing Table with Adjustable Writing Slopes
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 31.25 in (79.38 cm)Width: 60.75 in (154.31 cm)Depth: 36 in (91.44 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1790 - 1800
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Benington, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 21461stDibs: LU118323368492
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