W. G. BECKER

Trompe l'oeil, Still Life with Violin by W G Becker, Oil on Canvas

19th century

Ture Ander (1881-1959) Sweden Floral Symphony, 1936 oil on board signed and dated Ture Ander 36 board dimensions 24,41 x 18,90 inches (62 x 48 cm) frame 2...

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