Null Alphonse GIROUX, Paris - Billet-doux in mahogany, brass fillet and retracta…

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Alphonse GIROUX, Paris - Billet-doux in mahogany, brass fillet and retractable screen, opening with a transverse drawer. Lock engraved with the maker's name. 83 x 56 x 57 cm. Wear, missing veneer and brass fillets.

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Alphonse GIROUX, Paris - Billet-doux in mahogany, brass fillet and retractable screen, opening with a transverse drawer. Lock engraved with the maker's name. 83 x 56 x 57 cm. Wear, missing veneer and brass fillets.

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