Null Rudolf DIKENMANN (1832-1888). "Rorschach - Lindau - Zürich - Pfäfers baths"…

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Rudolf DIKENMANN (1832-1888). "Rorschach - Lindau - Zürich - Pfäfers baths" (Switzerland). Set of four aquatints enhanced with watercolor. Stamped on reverse. 19th century (Size: 10 x 6.5 cm) A black engraving of the former Bellelay Jesuit convent, mounted on cardboard, is included.

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Rudolf DIKENMANN (1832-1888). "Rorschach - Lindau - Zürich - Pfäfers baths" (Switzerland). Set of four aquatints enhanced with watercolor. Stamped on reverse. 19th century (Size: 10 x 6.5 cm) A black engraving of the former Bellelay Jesuit convent, mounted on cardboard, is included.

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