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Japanese Meiji Period Carved Large Turtle Okimono

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A Japanese Meiji Period late 19th, early 20th century carved boxwood turtle okimono
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1900
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  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: G2281stDibs: 13050788932799
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