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Phil Lesh Surrounded by Equipment

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Grateful Dead bassist, Phil Lesh, wearing a Fillmore West t-shirt, sits on stage surrounded by equipment before performing at the Sound Storm music festival.

Date Created:
April 26, 1970
Creator:
Pulling, Robert

Publication Information

Creator
Pulling, Robert
Date Created
April 26, 1970

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
35mm Color

Collection Information

Call Number
M2009-028, Grateful Dead

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013A90
Legacy ID
WHi 65717

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