Sale 7406
London, South Kensington
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15 November 1996
Price realised
GBP 3,450
Estimate
Jaques L'Huillier (c.1927) The Harbour at La Rochelle signed 'J. L'Huillier' (strengthened) oil on canvas 37½ x 63in. (95.3 x 160cm.)
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Exhibited
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