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Costume di Napoli - Gouache - by Michela De Vito - 19th Century

19th Century

About the Item

Costume di Napoli is an original gouache drawing on paper realized by Michela De Vito, Naples. Hand-signed, on the bottom center. Good conditions.
  • Creator:
    Michela De Vito (1800, Italian)
  • Creation Year:
    19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.57 in (24.3 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M-1125361stDibs: LU65037246772
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