Bruce of Los Angeles, 1950s Silver Gelatin Photograph
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Bruce of Los Angeles, 1950s Silver Gelatin Photograph
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- Creator:Bruce of Los Angeles (Photographer)
- Dimensions:Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 0.74 in (1.88 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
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- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU79534174503
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