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A Chinese Carved Inkstone, 18th Century

$1,450
£1,120.38
€1,295.26
CA$2,048.95
A$2,298.04
CHF 1,203.45
MX$27,923.42
NOK 15,281.77
SEK 14,488.19
DKK 9,668.44

About the Item

A Chinese Carved Inkstone, 18th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection Acquired in 1980s. Dimensions: Height: 12.5cm. Width: 28.5cm. Depth: 17.5cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 11.23 in (28.5 cm)Depth: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    ARMADALE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NOCP1stDibs: LU8952245116382

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