Imaginary Architecture with Camel and Figures, after Della Bella — Pierre Moreau | DiscoverArt

Imaginary Architecture with Camel and Figures, after Della Bella

18th century

Etching

13.7 × 20.1 cm (5.4 × 7.9 in)

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