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A 19th century Chinese scholar’s object,
rootwood growing from malachite.
rootwood growing from malachite.
Details
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Place of Origin
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Date of Manufacture19th Century
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Period
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ConditionExcellent. Later infill and repair at the base.
Materials and Techniques
Malachite
Dimensions
10 in. H
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6.5 in. W
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5 in. D
25 cm H
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17 cm W
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13 cm D
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Dealer LocationNew York, NY
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Number of Items1
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Reference Numberf91291705057373033fs
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