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Michel Nicolaïévitch, Grand Duke of Russia (1832-1909). Photographic portrait of Charles Bergamasco in St. Petersburg, depicting him in the uniform of a general in the Imperial Suite. Vintage sepia-toned albumen print with photographer's drystamp, mounted on cardboard, with photographer's name printed on the back. Good condition. Cabinet format.

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Michel Nicolaïévitch, Grand Duke of Russia (1832-1909). Photographic portrait of Charles Bergamasco in St. Petersburg, depicting him in the uniform of a general in the Imperial Suite. Vintage sepia-toned albumen print with photographer's drystamp, mounted on cardboard, with photographer's name printed on the back. Good condition. Cabinet format.

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