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Pair of 20th Century Male Nude B&W Original Photographs of Male Fashion Model
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- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 0.007 in (0.18 mm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Other,Other
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1990-1999
- Date of Manufacture:1994
- Condition:Repaired: one photo has been professionally touched up on black ground. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Palm Springs, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 1020411stDibs: LU1767221214332
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