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Rockwell Kent
Starry Night

1933

About the Item

A very good, evenly-printed and dark impression of this wood engraving. Edition of 1750. Signed in pencil, lower right. Published by the Literary Guild of America.
  • Creator:
    Rockwell Kent (1882-1971, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1933
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Catalogue reference: Burne-Jones 103.
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1477210820192

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