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Lawn Decoration

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Homemade decorative star wheel set curbside. The object consists of an assortment of pottery sherds and other discarded bits set in cement within a circular rim.

Date Created:
1961
Creator:
Vanderbilt, Paul

Publication Information

Creator
Vanderbilt, Paul
Date Created
1961

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
19 x 19 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 5000.727-734.0734

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013Q4B
Legacy ID
WHi 104054

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