A Seated Apostle (recto); Drapery Study (verso) — Anonymous, French, 18th century | DiscoverArt

Anonymous, French, 18th century

A Seated Apostle (recto); Drapery Study (verso)

18th century

Black chalk on blue paper

15.9 × 12.9 cm (6.3 × 5.1 in)

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