The birth of Saint John the Baptist — Antonio Lafreri|Giulio Bonasone | DiscoverArt

Antonio Lafreri|Giulio Bonasone

The birth of Saint John the Baptist

ca. 1538–45

Engraving

29.3 × 45.2 cm (11.5 × 17.8 in)

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