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Peter VoulkosTeapot1957
1957
About the Item
- Creator:Peter Voulkos (1924 - 2002, American)
- Creation Year:1957
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
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- Condition:Incredible original condition.
- Gallery Location:Emeryville, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU38031099073
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