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Michael Parkes
Startled Sky Nymph

About the Item

Image Size: 16" x 25" Unframed Limited Edition Giclee on Paper of 40 Hand Signed by Michael Parkes
  • Creator:
    Michael Parkes (1944, American)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Toronto, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2177213855462
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