Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Sacrifice to Hercules — Anonymous | DiscoverArt

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Sacrifice to Hercules

16th century

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43.4 × 32.7 cm (17.1 × 12.9 in)

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