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Finely Carved Chinese Stone Mortars

About the Item

Three gracefully shaped, light colored solid stone mortars from Shanxi Province, China. These nicely textured pieces are suitable for many uses and work perfectly as shelf decoration. Priced individually. M819b.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Diameter: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M819b1stDibs: f97241706167765203fs
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