Grand Barbarian's Trapeze
Maker
William Harper
(American, 1944)
Date1998
Geographic OriginNew York, New York | United States of America
DimensionsOverall: H 9 3/4 x W 7 in. (H 24.8 x W 17.8 cm)
Credit LinePurchase 2000 Membership Endowment Fund
Object number2000.14A
Copyright© William Harper
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Title Details
Primary Title
Grand Barbarian's Trapeze
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