George II Period Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
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George II Period Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 81 in (205.74 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Length: 81 in (205.74 cm)
- Style:George II (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1750-1759
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1750
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Lymington, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: BHA8811stDibs: LU4081115678191
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