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c.1780 French Louis XIII Writing Desk
$6,800List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1780
- Condition:Fully restored structurally and cosmetically restored with beeswax.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: jr75091stDibs: U08020882431256
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