Watercolors of Easter Island by Teddy Millington Drake
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Watercolors of Easter Island by Teddy Millington Drake
About the Item
- Creator:Teddy Millington-Drake (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1986
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU104267351803
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