Lot 0039A

Pair of Japanese Carved Shells.

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Pair of Japanese Carved Shells. One carved with a parrot set in a landscape with a blossom branch, the other carved with two fish and a bird. Black enameled eyes on all animals. {Approximate dimensions: 8 1/4 wide x 6 3/4 inches deep.}. [Condition: Loss to enamel in two eyes. Small chips to the edge of the fish carved shell].

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Pair of Japanese Carved Shells.

Name: Pair of Japanese Carved Shells.
SKU: 76358105
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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