Early 20th Century Korean Wedding Chest
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Early 20th Century Korean Wedding Chest
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Original pin closure has been lost.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CEC0101stDibs: LU820025904302
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