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Vincenzo BentivengaThe Siren1909
1909
About the Item
- Creator:Vincenzo Bentivenga (1879 - 1943, Italian)
- Creation Year:1909
- Dimensions:Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
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- Gallery Location:West Sussex, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 11901stDibs: LU31522313181
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