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Calvin Black (1903–1972) and Ruby Black (1915–1980), “"Hand Carved Dolls" sign”,  Yermo, Califo…
"Hand Carved Dolls" sign
Calvin Black (1903–1972) and Ruby Black (1915–1980), “"Hand Carved Dolls" sign”,  Yermo, Califo…
Calvin Black (1903–1972) and Ruby Black (1915–1980), “"Hand Carved Dolls" sign”, Yermo, California, 1953 - 1969, Paint on wood panel, 4 × 14 1/2 in., Collection of the American Folk Art Museum, Gift of Gerard C. Wertkin, 2003.6.1. Photo by American Folk Art Museum.
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"Hand Carved Dolls" sign

Artist ((1903–1972))
Artist ((1915–1980))
Date1953–1969
Place/RegionYermo, California, United States
MediumPaint on wood panel
Dimensions4 × 14 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Gerard C. Wertkin
Accession number2003.6.1
Photo CreditAmerican Folk Art Museum
CopyrightCopyright for this work is under review.
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