Null Bernard PICART (1673-1733)

History of the House of Nassau

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Bernard PICART (1673-1733) History of the House of Nassau Ink drawing signed and dated 1722, titled on the open book in the lower right corner. 31 x 21 cm

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Bernard PICART (1673-1733) History of the House of Nassau Ink drawing signed and dated 1722, titled on the open book in the lower right corner. 31 x 21 cm

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