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Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

$300
£224.55
€259.47
CA$416
A$465.97
CHF 242.25
MX$5,753.83
NOK 3,086.13
SEK 2,917.46
DKK 1,936.27
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About the Item

foo lion decorated with a pleasant facial expression
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.2 in (5.59 cm)Width: 1.2 in (3.05 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10013243282832

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