Set of Three Platinum Prints Attributed to Grace Knowlton, "Stairs"
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Set of Three Platinum Prints Attributed to Grace Knowlton, "Stairs"
About the Item
- Creator:Grace Knowlton (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Width: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1932
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Some water damage to frame and prints. Not examined out of frame.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1076014635692
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