19th Century Anglo-Indian Pair of Carved Wooden Spice Urns
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19th Century Anglo-Indian Pair of Carved Wooden Spice Urns
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Diameter: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Anglo-Indian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Rosewood,Hand-Carved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Near Mint.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3978112226521
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