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1827 "The American Chesterfield, or Way to Wealth, Honour and.." by a Member of the Philadelphia Bar

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Yuengling Lord Chesterfield Ale Rotating Bar Light: 14" wide X 21" deep X 24" high. Working. MG. PROVENANCE: From Cinco's Tavern on Shenandoah, PA. IMPORTANT: Before bidding, please read the terms and conditions. When you registered for the auction you

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American Classical Carved Mahogany Sofa: American Classical Carved Mahogany Sofa, c. 1825-1830, probably Philadelphia, tubular scrolled crest rail, foliate uprights, bolection seat rail, cornucopia bracketed paw feet, h. 34 1/2 in., w. 85 in

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Vladimir Kagan (American, 1927-2016) Custom-Order Serpentine Sofa, Vladimir Kagan Design Group, USA,: Vladimir Kagan (American, 1927-2016) Custom-Order Serpentine Sofa, Vladimir Kagan Design Group, USA, 2007 Kagan wool upholstery, maple veneer, mapleInscribed and dated to underside: "V.K.D. Stock 11.1

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Upholstered Chesterfield Sofa: With two pillows, tufted back and seat, brass nail head trim.Height 32 inches, Width 75 inches, Depth 39 inches, Seat Height 17 inches Mahogany legs have scratches, fabric shows a little sign of

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American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, Daybed: Title: American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, Daybed Description: American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Early adjustable ch

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1827 "The American Chesterfield, or Way to Wealth, Honour and.." by a Member of the Philadelphia Bar

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"The American Chesterfield, or Way to Wealth, Honour and Distinction; Being Selections from the Letters of Lord Chesterfield to His Son, and Extracts from other eminent Authors on the Subject of Politeness: with Alterations and Additions Suited to the Youth of the United States." by a Member of the Philadelphia Bar. Published by John Grigg, 1827. The item measures approximately 5" x 2-3/4" x 3/4" and weighs about 0.2lbs. The book is in used, vintage condition with signs of heavy wear and use, as expected with age. Missing exterior book cover/shell. Please reference all of the photographs as they are a part of the description.

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1827 "The American Chesterfield, or Way to Wealth, Honour and.." by a Member of the Philadelphia Bar

Name: 1827 \"The American Chesterfield, or Way to Wealth, Honour and..\" by a Member of the Philadelphia Bar
SKU: 174688391
Price: 30 USD
Availability: InStock

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