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Jenny Holzer
Truisms (set of 12), by Jenny Holzer

2018

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About the Item

TRUISMS (SET OF 12), 2018 Screenprint on cherrywood 10 x 15 cm Copyright The Artist
  • Creator:
    Jenny Holzer (1950, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1608213172422

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