Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Rectangular Lidded Box
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Antique Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Rectangular Lidded Box
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Repaired: Minor touch-ups have been made to the lacquer surfaces.
- Seller Location:Salt Lake City, UT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1001720914952
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