19th Century Tabakobon Japanese Lacquer
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19th Century Tabakobon Japanese Lacquer
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 8.47 in (21.5 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
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- Seller Location:Paris, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: 2014-1581stDibs: 1409181048634
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