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19th Century Jonah and the Whale Mechanical Bank
Price:$575
$810.70List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. This item does not work.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4304223034532
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