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"1798 Battle of Bunker's Hill" Engraving after John Trumbell
About the Item
- Similar to:John Trumbull (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 39.5 in (100.33 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1798
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: PR2711stDibs: LU909710617491
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