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Napoleon III Black Lacquered Bonheur du Jour Desk

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Napoleon III Black Lacquered Bonheur du Jour Desk

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Napoleon III black lacquered bonheur du jour desk, 20th century, throughout with brass inlay and gilt metal appliques, the desk with tooled leather writing pad, all over four turned and fluted legs. 36.75" H x 29.5" W x 18" D.

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Napoleon III Black Lacquered Bonheur du Jour Desk

Name: Napoleon III Black Lacquered Bonheur du Jour Desk
SKU: 93160027
Price: 750 USD
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