Antoine FRÉMY(1816-1885) Wing of French warships, Toulon harbour
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Antoine FRÉMY(1816-1885)

Wing of French warships, Toulon harbour Graphite and chalk highlights on paper, signed lower right 22.5 x 32 cm

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Antoine FRÉMY(1816-1885)

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