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Stefano della Bella

A wild boar running towards the left, a dog biting its ear behind to left, other dogs and horsemen in the background, from 'Hunts of various animals' (Chasses à différents animaux)

ca. 1651–57
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15.1 × 23.7 cm (5.9 × 9.3 in)

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