A MIXED METAL 'BUTTERFLY AND FLOWER' VASE Meiji Period

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A MIXED METAL 'BUTTERFLY AND FLOWER' VASE Meiji Period with butterflies and flowering branch decoration, 18.2cm high For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A MIXED METAL 'BUTTERFLY AND FLOWER' VASE Meiji Period

Lot 0557

Estimate A$300-A$500

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