Lot 131: Circle of Henri Gascars (Paris c. 1635-1701 Rome)

Circle of Henri Gascars (Paris c. 1635-1701 Rome)
Portrait of a lady, bust-length, in a white chemise and red wrap
oil on canvas
20 7/8 x 17¾ in. (53 x 45.1 cm.)

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