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Ruth RayBlack Goddess ca. 1960
ca. 1960
About the Item
- Creator:Ruth Ray (1919 - 1977, American)
- Creation Year:ca. 1960
- Dimensions:Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Wilton Manors, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU245211937462
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