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About the Item

Signature: Signed Lower Left
  • Creator:
    John Howitt (1885 - 1958, American)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fort Washington, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU38435321261
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