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Walking The Tight Rope Black Male Circus Performer Ringling Circus? Modernist WPA Painting

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Walking The Tight Rope Black Male Circus Performer Ringling Circus? Modernist WPA Painting

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Description

Antique American modernist circus scene. Watercolor and gouache on paper. Please see all images for condition and size.

Condition

Condition is as photographed. Please text 716-308-0556 for a condition report. In house shipping is available as well as pick up and local delivery for multiple items

Dimensions

26 x 20 x 1 in

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Walking The Tight Rope Black Male Circus Performer Ringling Circus? Modernist WPA Painting

Name: Walking The Tight Rope Black Male Circus Performer Ringling Circus? Modernist WPA Painting
SKU: 167572115
Price: 225 USD
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