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"American Indians and Spanish Explorers, " Design for Art Deco Decoration
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- Creator:Dunbar D. Beck (Painter)
- Dimensions:Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1930s
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- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU86512620502
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