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19th Century French "Bonheur Du Jour" Lady
s Writing Desk with Mother-of-Pearl
$9,900List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 63 in (160.02 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 83-4141stDibs: LU9512949346
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