Autograph manuscript signed, untitled, written in pencil : Rome, 1877 Jul. 15.

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Autograph manuscript signed, untitled, written in pencil : Rome, 1877 Jul. 15.

Giving information on the history of Houdon's life mask of Washington, now in the Pierpont Morgan Library.

1 item (4 p.) ; (12mo)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7189901

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