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Mid-20th Century, Chinese Large Wooden Carved Elaborate Imperial Dragon Ship

$5,950
£4,519.17
€5,221.14
CA$8,339.14
A$9,333.07
CHF 4,871.14
MX$113,815.29
NOK 62,344
SEK 59,016.58
DKK 38,964.65
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This large model of imperial dragon ship was intricately and elaborately carved with brilliant lattice work and details on the display stand. It actual a royal palace built on the ship. The entire ship were extremely fine carved to scale according to the actual ship and decorated with palace building and delicate latticeworks. There are very detailed carving works of dragons decorated on the sides. Take look at the detailed pictures, you can see the fine and delicate carving works all over the ship with exquisite detail. Minor blemishes and wears due to age but definitely quality workmanship you don't find anymore today! . Size: 24in H x 41in W x 9in D with stand without stand: 14 inches high. Origin: China. Circa: 1950s Material: wood Condition: original finished. hand made, hand carved normal age wear. Disclaimer: due to differences in monitor / screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos and the physical product.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 41 in (104.14 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the additional pictures for the detailed condition and contact us if you have any questions.5950.
  • Seller Location:
    Pomona, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 24LP0161stDibs: LU6983238519692

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