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Guardian King
$150,000List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 16th century, Ming Dynasty
- Condition:Some surface paint loss, commensurate with the age of the piece.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 081007854716
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