THE SAINT KING LEOPOLD
South German or Austrian, late 17th century

H. 94 cm

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THE SAINT KING LEOPOLD South German or Austrian, late 17th century H. 94 cm Linden, hollowed on the back. Older remains of polychromy.

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THE SAINT KING LEOPOLD

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