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Williamadolphe bouguereau november 30, 1825 august 19, 1905 was a french academic painter and traditionalist. The story book, william adolphe bouguereau france, 18251905, france, 1877, paintings, oil on canvas. During his life he enjoyed significant popularity in france and the united states, was given numerous official honors, and received top prices for his work. Story book canvas painting small da1631 design toscano. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page.
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