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Old Tibetan copper relief with Buddhist text. 20th century. Dimensions: 24 x 24.5 x 3 cm. In good condition.

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Old Tibetan copper relief with Buddhist text. 20th century. Dimensions: 24 x 24.5 x 3 cm. In good condition.

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