Untitled Forms, 1964 (biomorphic brutalist abstract sculptures)
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Peter ChinniUntitled Forms, 1964 (biomorphic brutalist abstract sculptures) 1964
1964
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- Creator:Peter Chinni (1928, American)
- Creation Year:1964
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Wilton Manors, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU24523396181
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