PASCUAL MADOZ Pamplona (1806) / Genoa, Italy (1870) FRANCISCO COELLO DE PORTUGAL…
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PASCUAL MADOZ Pamplona (1806) / Genoa, Italy (1870) FRANCISCO COELLO DE PORTUGAL Y QUESADA (1820)/(1898) "Tarragona", 1858

Hand-illuminated engraving The statistical notes have been written by Pascual Madoz; recorded in Madrid under the direction of the author, the outline by Leclerq, the topography by Camilo Alabern and the lyrics by Bacot. Mounted on fabric (with oxidation stains). It comes in a case with occasional damage. Measurements: 83 x 111 cm

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PASCUAL MADOZ Pamplona (1806) / Genoa, Italy (1870) FRANCISCO COELLO DE PORTUGAL Y QUESADA (1820)/(1898) "Tarragona", 1858

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