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Unknown"Temple with Tiger, " Ink on Paper, 1850c. 1850
c. 1850
About the Item
- Creation Year:c. 1850
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: BN2071stDibs: LU103639794972
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