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Erik NitscheGeneral Dynamics, Atoms for Peace, Conference in Geneva – Original Poster1955
1955
Price:$4,800
About the Item
- Creator:Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998)
- Creation Year:1955
- Dimensions:Height: 50.2 in (127.5 cm)Width: 35.24 in (89.5 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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- Condition:Scratch mark in the a of "peace"; a crack reattached in the upper margin; backed on japan paper.
- Gallery Location:Zurich, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU131417314132
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