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Pair of Chinese Abacuses by Lotus Flower

$325per set
£246.85per set
€283.92per set
CA$454.09per set
A$506.36per set
CHF 264.20per set
MX$6,213.23per set
NOK 3,362.81per set
SEK 3,186.19per set
DKK 2,118.98per set
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About the Item

A pair of Chinese abacuses dating from 1912 to 1949. A black lacquered frame secured with brass corners houses 13 bamboo rods, each with five and two black wooden beads. The original label underneath each reads "Lotus Flower Brand. Made in the People's Republic of China". Dimensions per abacus.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1912-1949
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Bradenton, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5954234189802

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