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Pair of pier tables & looking-glasses

John Cobb, William Vile, 1760

Giltwood tables and looking-glasses. Tables preserve their original marble slabs, the mirrors their original glass. Made by W. Vile & J.Cobb who were Royal cabinet makers. Pier tables, 153 x 89 cm. Pier glasses, 145 x 248 cm.

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Title of artwork, date

Pair of pier tables & looking-glasses, 1760

Date supported

1974

Medium and material

Giltwood glass

Dimensions

Tables: 89x153 cm, Mirrors: 145x24

Grant

6000

Total cost

46000

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