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Unique Pair of Teak Asian Carved Dragon Canoe Form Etagere Bookcases

$2,156per set
$2,695per set20% Off
£1,629.16per set
£2,036.45per set20% Off
€1,885.62per set
€2,357.02per set20% Off
CA$3,024.76per set
CA$3,780.95per set20% Off
A$3,364.40per set
A$4,205.50per set20% Off
CHF 1,764.96per set
CHF 2,206.20per set20% Off
MX$41,053.36per set
MX$51,316.70per set20% Off
NOK 22,152.49per set
NOK 27,690.61per set20% Off
SEK 20,876.04per set
SEK 26,095.04per set20% Off
DKK 14,075.32per set
DKK 17,594.15per set20% Off

About the Item

This is a very cool and unique pair of canoe form pair of etageres or bookshelves. They are incredibly rare in form and have their original finish and whimsical carved dragons and interesting formed shelves. The finish shows wear and signs of age and use. They date to the 1920s era and are absolutely incredible. Dimensions: 77.75 inches high x 20.5 inches wide x 17 inches deep
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. the finish shows wear and signs of age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Swedesboro, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2091341239132

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