19th Century Louis Philippe Secrétaire a Abattant
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19th Century Louis Philippe Secrétaire a Abattant
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- Dimensions:Height: 63.5 in (161.29 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1840
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 29-22381stDibs: LU89114953653
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