Portrait Of A Lady / Countess, 17th Century
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Portrait Of A Lady / Countess, 17th Century
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- Dimensions:Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)
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- Circle Of:Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659 - 1743, French)
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- Gallery Location:Blackwater, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 7832951stDibs: LU157728564732
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