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Japanese Big Red & Blue Antique Good Fortune Money Cats- Maneki Neko
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
- Style:Showa (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:South Burlington, VT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU128924643283
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