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Chinese Soapstone Carving and Stand
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 2.17 in (5.52 cm)Width: 7.48 in (19 cm)Depth: 8.66 in (22 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Newark, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: SWAPDD1stDibs: LU6971232629972
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