André Julien PRINA (1886-1941)

Reclining woman by Julien Prina - engraving on paper 18x24 cm

Work on paper Ed: 1 /100

Lithograph with frame and glass Signed, artist unknown from the gallery

Work on paper without frame from Alexandre Mairet

Engraving on paper without frame.

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