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Important English Rococo Tapestry
$45,043.84List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 86.62 in (220 cm)Width: 70.87 in (180 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Rococo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1750
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU957331861242
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