Lot 0595

PAIR of (19th c) CARVED CHINESE SOAPSTONE BOOKENDS

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Carved with opposing elephants below a vase holding (2) flags. 7 1/4" tall

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Scattered small chips

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PAIR of (19th c) CARVED CHINESE SOAPSTONE BOOKENDS

Name: PAIR of (19th c) CARVED CHINESE SOAPSTONE BOOKENDS
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PAIR of (19th c) CARVED CHINESE SOAPSTONE BOOKENDS

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