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Billye Slayton"Slaughter House" Colorful Abstract Cityscape Painting1950s
1950s
$1,800List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Billye Slayton
- Creation Year:1950s
- Dimensions:Height: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)Width: 27.25 in (69.22 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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- Condition:Wear consistent with age.
- Gallery Location:Houston, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: CCA2021.0701.28471stDibs: LU55138481892

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