Sale 5686
London
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31 October 1996
Price realised
GBP 2,185
Estimate
A two-tier marquetry stand Designed by Emile Galle, circa 1900 The upper and lower shelf inlaid with chestnut leaves, curved shaped legs with branched supports 45in. (114cm.) high Inlaid signature Gallé
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