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Stefano della Bella

A cow in center drinking from a fountain adorned with the Medici coat of arms at left, accompanied by a shepherd standing behind, a round composition, from 'Six animal subjects' (Six sujets d'animaux)

ca. 1643–48
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20.8 × 17.7 cm (8.2 × 7 in)

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