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19th Century Chinese Dragon Carved Inkstone
$2,780List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 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: CAF1661stDibs: LU820017757162
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