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James ShawStill life of grapes, peaches and hazelnuts
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- Creator:James Shaw (1736 - 1787, English)
- Dimensions:Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Stoke, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU446312093012
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