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Fine Boxwood Articulated Dragon/Ryu, Japan, 19th C.

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Fine Boxwood Articulated Dragon/Ryu, Japan, 19th C.

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Fine Japanese Boxwood Articulated Dragon/Ryu, 19th century. The wood dragon constructed of numerous parts joined inside of the body, the head carved with horns and fitted with a hinged jaw opening to reveal a movable tongue. Size: 3.25'' x 23.75'' x 4.5'' (8 x 60 x 11 cm). Philadelphia estate.

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Fine Boxwood Articulated Dragon/Ryu, Japan, 19th C.

Name: Fine Boxwood Articulated Dragon/Ryu, Japan, 19th C.
SKU: 111514594
Price: 5500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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