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Chinese Tortoise Shell Carved Box with Inset Jade Butterfly and Gourd Carving.

About the Item

Chinese tortoise shell box set with jade carving of gourds and butterfly. Gourds symbolize fertility. The box has internal mirror. THIS ITEM CANNOT BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE US.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Mirror has background losses consistent with age2.
  • Seller Location:
    Sarasota, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5430239477382

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