1558 Sea Monster Demon, First State, Conrad Gesner, Woodcut, Hand Colored, Myth
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1558 Sea Monster Demon, First State, Conrad Gesner, Woodcut, Hand Colored, Myth
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- Similar to:Albrecht Dürer (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 8.55 in (21.7 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
- Style:Renaissance (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1558
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Norwich, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7031232500352
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