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Ludovico Ottaviano Burnacini|Mathäus Küsel

Kingdom of Pluto; a view of the underworld with Pluto and Proserpina enthroned at center, surrounded by demons; set design from 'Il Pomo D'Oro'

1668
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26.6 × 42.2 cm (10.5 × 16.6 in)

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