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Chinese Sign of Honor, c. 1850
$4,280
£3,261.44
€3,761.34
CA$6,078.88
A$6,531.42
CHF 3,504.09
MX$76,947.63
About the Item
A 19th century northern Chinese sign of honor presented to an esteemed scholar on his 80th birthday. The large characters in the center read (from right to left), "Happiness and Prosperity Accompanied by Long Life". Each of the presenters had their own names carved in the smaller lettering along the sides.
- Dimensions:Height: 34.25 in (87 cm)Width: 65 in (165.1 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: QQQ0741stDibs: LU820016255771
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