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Bernie Fuchs
James Garner, TV Guide Cover

1979

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About the Item

Date: 1979 Medium: Acrylic and Pencil on Canvas Laid on Board Dimensions: 20.75" x 13.25" Signature: Initialed Lower Center TV Guide Cover Illustration, June 2 1979
  • Creator:
    Bernie Fuchs (1932 - 2009, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1979
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Width: 13.25 in (33.66 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fort Washington, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 27451stDibs: LU38431971453

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