Japanese Carved Buddha Okimono Figure Meiji
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Japanese Carved Buddha Okimono Figure Meiji
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nottingham, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9003236459692
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