Pair of Carved Polychromed Horses in the Manner of the Tang Dynasty
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Pair of Carved Polychromed Horses in the Manner of the Tang Dynasty
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Tang (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU98721609982
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