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Japanese Old Wood Carving Bear Ainu 1930s-1950s/Vintage Figurine Sculpture
Price:$550
$900List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
- Style:Showa (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930s-1950s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Sammu-shi, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5487223274492
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