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L. F., & A., Beckwith, fl. 1875 Mettlach Tiles

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.159 Author/Creator: L. F., & A., Beckwith, fl. 1875 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Printed document Date: Circa 1875 Pagination: 4 p. ; 28 x 21.7 cm. Order a Copy

These fireproof tiles have long been used extensively in public buildings. Information is given for ordering and for laying, with potential design plans.

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

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