Creation of the World, Reginald Pollack Abstract Expressionist Oil on Masonite
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Reginald PollackCreation of the World, Reginald Pollack Abstract Expressionist Oil on Masonite1970
1970
About the Item
- Creator:Reginald Pollack (1924 - 2001)
- Creation Year:1970
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
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- Framing:Framing Options Available
- Condition:Being vintage masonite, the edges of the work are slightly brittle. There may be minor edges cracks or very small minor surface losses at and near the edges and corners of the board, commensurate with the age of the piece.
- Gallery Location:Palm Springs, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: RP00731stDibs: LU136527449312
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