Directoire Lady's Secretary or "Bonheur-du-Jour" with Marquetry, France
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Directoire Lady's Secretary or "Bonheur-du-Jour" with Marquetry, France
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
- Style:Directoire (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1790
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU988113100821
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