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Anonymous, French, 16th century

Domus Aurea, Volta Gialla, grotteschi, details (recto) Unidentified building, thermal window, elevation (verso)

early to mid-16th century
Dark brown ink, black chalk, and incised lines
43.1 × 26.4 cm (17 × 10.4 in)

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