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Pair of Chinese Reverse-Painted Glass Portraits
$3,695List Priceper set
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Vista, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: FRA052801stDibs: LU110727375163
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