Le Steeple-chase(1878)
Praxinoscope animation of an equestrian riding. Series 3, number 8.
Movie: Le Steeple-chase
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Praxinoscope animation of an equestrian riding. Series 3, number 8.
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1878-05-07
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4.2
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