Carved Wooden Blawong Board from Cirebon, Indonesia, 'circa 1930s'
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Carved Wooden Blawong Board from Cirebon, Indonesia, 'circa 1930s'
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 11.54 in (29.3 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 08881stDibs: LU2811318358472
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