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Antique Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase 19th Century
Price:$3,905.71
About the Item
- Attributed to:Edwards Roberts (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 81.89 in (208 cm)Width: 47.64 in (121 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
- Style:Victorian (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: A41851stDibs: LU950642647402
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