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A Roman micromosaic plaque of the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, Italian, mid 19th century,
size of mosaic 11 1/4 x 8 1/4 in.
11 1/4 x 8 1/4 in.
Height with frame 14 in.; Width 17 in. (35.5 cm; 43.1 cm)
- Dimensions:Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Diameter: 17 in (43.18 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Glass
- Period:19th Century
- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3860138227962
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