Sale 5227
London, South Kensington
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21 February 2007
Price realised
GBP 780
Estimate
Follower of Hans Rottenhammer The Adoration of the Magi oil on canvas 12 1/8 x 16 1/8 in. (30.8 x 41 cm.)
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