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Qing Dynasty The artwork, decorated with filigree curling grass patterns all over, is composed of two parts - the plate and the base. The inside and outside of the plate are inlaid with turquoise and lapis lazuli flowers, and the beast legs of the base are inlaid with turquoises and the beast faces are inlaid with lapis lazuli. The plate is a gold filigree work with elaborate craftsmanship. |
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