19th Century Palais Royal Inkwell and Watch Holder
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19th Century Palais Royal Inkwell and Watch Holder
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)
- Style:Louis XIV (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1860
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 30-03821stDibs: LU89119840353
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