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- Creator:Virginia Dehn (1922 - 2005, American)
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Fairlawn, OH
- Reference Number:Seller: AD083031stDibs: LU1401125643
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