Sale 5433
London, South Kensington
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2 December 2008
Price realised
GBP 6,875
Estimate
Attributed to Elisabetta Marchioni (active Rovigo, second half of the 17th Century) Tulips, roses, chrysanthemums, morning glory and other flowers in a wicker basket, on a stone ledge; and Roses, chrysanthemums, narcissi and other flowers in a wicker basket, on a stone ledge oil on canvas 8¾ x 12¾ in. (22.2 x 32.4 cm.) a pair (2)
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