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Johnny Banks"Mr. Kuni's Farm" Black Texas Folk Artist Johnny Banks African American Circa 1970
Circa 1970
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- Creator:Johnny Banks (1912 - 1988, American)
- Creation Year:Circa 1970
- Dimensions:Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- More Editions & Sizes:Image Size: 14 x 22Price: $1,895
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- Condition:Please visit my 1stdibs storefront for additional information.
- Gallery Location:San Antonio, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU76933225063
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