"The Fortune Teller, " Leon Kelly, American Surrealism, Woman with Playing Cards
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Leon Kelly"The Fortune Teller, " Leon Kelly, American Surrealism, Woman with Playing Cardscirca 1925
circa 1925
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- Creator:Leon Kelly (1901-1982, American)
- Creation Year:circa 1925
- Dimensions:Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)
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- Condition:Excellent.
- Gallery Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU115626324682
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