RAMÓN MARTÍ ALSINA (1826-1894). "FISHING".
Oil on canvas.
Signed.
32 x 24 cm; 46…
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RAMÓN MARTÍ ALSINA (1826-1894). "FISHING". Oil on canvas. Signed. 32 x 24 cm; 46.5 x 38 cm (frame).

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RAMÓN MARTÍ ALSINA (1826-1894). "FISHING". Oil on canvas. Signed. 32 x 24 cm; 46.5 x 38 cm (frame).

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