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Unknown"Three Kesi Official's Badges, " Silk Textile, 1850c. 1850
c. 1850
About the Item
- Creation Year:c. 1850
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CBH0501stDibs: LU103639795122
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