Chinese art Cloisonné fish. China, Qing dynasty, early 20th century. . . 6x17.50…

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Chinese art Cloisonné fish. China, Qing dynasty, early 20th century. . . 6x17.50x10 cm. Fine silver filigree ornament decorated with cloisonné enamels.

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Chinese art Cloisonné fish. China, Qing dynasty, early 20th

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