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Hand carved wooden siamese cat from smithsonian institute. given to Franklin Peirce in 1856. have papers from smithsonian.

J
16 years ago
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Description i can email or post pictures later.
Category Asian Art
Medium wood
Distinguishing marks carved designs and secret compartment
Condition Mint
Size and dimensions of this item aprox. 1 1/2 ft long 9 in wide and 10 in tall
Date Period 1800's
Weight approx. 10 lbs.
History my great ucle bought it from an auction hosted by the smithsonian institute and gave it to my great grandmother. it ws given by the king of siam at that time to president franklin peirce in 1856. it stayed in the white house for awhile and then donated to the smithsonian instituted and bought in the 80's by my great uncle. now i have given to me by a will.
Price Paid (If known) 10,000
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