19th Century, Gaston Veuvenot Leroux, French, Bronze Figure

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19th Century, Gaston Veuvenot Leroux, French, Bronze Figure

Name: 19th Century, Gaston Veuvenot Leroux, French, Bronze Figure
Brand: Gaston Veuvenot Leroux
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