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RAYMOND K. SOBOTA
$8,000List Price
About the Item
This Chinese-inspired collection was designed by Raymond K. Sobota, from museum prototypes of the late Ming and early Ching dynasties.
- Dimensions:Height: 74 in (187.96 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1971
- Condition:some paint chips and scratches, otherwise very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1008298474433
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