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Antique Chinese Carved Wood Writing Box

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Item Details

Description

DESCRIPTION: Carved wood writing box featuring copper trimmings, hinges, and clasp. Hinges are decorated with pierced coin designs and clasp is decorated with pierced paisley designs.
CIRCA: 19th Century
ORIGIN: China
DIMENSIONS: H: 4" W: 6.5" L: 15.75"

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CONDITION: Piece has chips on edges, one missing copper component, and one loose copper component. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

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Antique Chinese Carved Wood Writing Box

Name: Antique Chinese Carved Wood Writing Box
SKU: 145431420
Price: 25 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $500

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