Three Figures in Repose
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Irving MarantzThree Figures in Reposec.1950s
c.1950s
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- Creator:Irving Marantz (1912 - 1972, American)
- Creation Year:c.1950s
- Dimensions:Height: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Wilton Manors, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU24521236973
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