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1977

  • Work on this object began.

1978

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

  • You found it!

Embellishment (USA)

This is a embellishment. It is dated 1977 and we acquired it in 1978. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

This object was donated by Billy Al Bengston.

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Embellishment (USA); 1978-83-1

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