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Jean-Léon GérômeLeda and the Swan 1895
1895
About the Item
- Creator:Jean-Léon Gérôme (1824 - 1904, French)
- Creation Year:1895
- Dimensions:Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)
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- Condition:Excellent.
- Gallery Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 30-01851stDibs: G13051318615
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