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LOT 1978

Chinese Carved Stone Plaque

20TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/4 in. (51 grams, 58 mm).

Pierced for attachment; advancing horse in a landscape to obverse. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 1978

Chinese Carved Stone Plaque

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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