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Cathy AbrahamRed ghosts on gold leaf I2022
2022
About the Item
- Creator:Cathy Abraham (1968, South African)
- Creation Year:2022
- Dimensions:Height: 39.77 in (101 cm)Width: 27.96 in (71 cm)
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- Framing:Frame IncludedFraming Options Available
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- Gallery Location:Cape Town, ZA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1881210185782
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