Large Pair 18th century French Rococo Drawings - Figurative Putti Romantic Venus
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Large Pair 18th century French Rococo Drawings - Figurative Putti Romantic Venus
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Circle Of:François Boucher (1703 - 1770, French)
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition and ready to hang. Some age-related wear to the frames as visible on the photos, some age-related spots on the drawings.
- Gallery Location:Antwerp, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU142327416312
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