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Morris Louis"Untitled (D356), " Morris Louis, Color Field, Abstract Expressionist1950-53
1950-53
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- Creator:Morris Louis (1912 - 1962)
- Creation Year:1950-53
- Dimensions:Height: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)
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- Gallery Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU184129925112
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