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Group of Illustrations
4/12/2014 - Americana: Live Salesroom Auction
Likely American, 19th century. A canvas book leaf having 12 applied prints of French and American soldiers, the verso having applied prints of exotic animals and various other cut-out illustrations; 16.5 x 21 in.
Provenance:
From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan
Condition:
Foxing and stains to canvas and prints
Sold: $30.00
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