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Open Fields

Image

View down slope across open fields over a barbed wire fence towards the horizon. The field is uncut in the foreground, obscuring an abandoned farm implement.

Date Created:
1960
Creator:
Vanderbilt, Paul

Publication Information

Creator
Vanderbilt, Paul
Date Created
1960

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
22 x 19 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 5000.784-792.0790

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013QCR
Legacy ID
WHi 103106

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