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Material: Tortoise Shell
Suzy Bartolini Reverse Painting on Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Suzy Bartolini reverse painting, French artist born 1930. Well known for her reverse painting of flowers baskets and individuals. Very special custom ...
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1930s French Vintage Tortoise Shell Paintings

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Tortoise Shell, Glass, Paint

Portrait on Ivory of a Lady in a Hat in a Brass and Tortoiseshell Frame
Located in Tampa, FL
Portrait on ivory of a lady in a hat in a brass and tortoise shell frame. French paper on back. Circa 1880s, France.
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1880s French Antique Tortoise Shell Paintings

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Brass

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