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Louis-Auguste, future King Louis XVI of France
Printmaker: Massard, Raphaël-Urbain
History note: From the collection of Henri Béraldi (1849-1931) [Lugt 230], Charrington bought at his sale (Paris), 30th November 1928, lot 115 (with P.8004-R).
Method of acquisition: Given (1933) by Charrington, John
Accession number: P.8005-R
Primary reference Number: 140953
Lugt: 572
Lugt: 230
Firmin-Didot (Portraits): 1451
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