Circular Box and Cover with Peony Decor
second half 12th century
Dimensions
3.2 x 8.8 cm (1 1/4 x 3 7/16 in.)
Provenance
Ex-Collection: Gregory (1922-1988) and Maria C. Henderson, Medford, Massachusetts
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