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A Napoleon III Style Boulle Marquetry Writing Box

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A Napoleon III Style Boulle Marquetry Writing Box

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Description

A Napoleon III Style Boulle Marquetry Writing Box
Late 19th/Early 20th Century
opening to a compartmented interior fitted with letter racks and two glass ink pots.
Height 7 1/4 x width 12 3/4 x depth 11 1/8 inches.

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A Napoleon III Style Boulle Marquetry Writing Box

Name: A Napoleon III Style Boulle Marquetry Writing Box
SKU: 82494900
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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