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Calvin Black (1903–1972) and Ruby Black (1915–1980), “"Crying Room" sign”, Yermo, California, …
"Crying Room" sign
Calvin Black (1903–1972) and Ruby Black (1915–1980), “"Crying Room" sign”, Yermo, California, …
Calvin Black (1903–1972) and Ruby Black (1915–1980), “"Crying Room" sign”, Yermo, California, 1953 - 1969, Paint on wood panel, 3 1/8 × 7 1/2 in., Collection of the American Folk Art Museum, Gift of Gerard C. Wertkin, 2003.6.2. Photo by American Folk Art Museum.
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"Crying Room" sign

Artist ((1903–1972))
Artist ((1915–1980))
Date1953–1969
Place/RegionYermo, California, United States
MediumPaint on wood panel
Dimensions3 1/8 × 7 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Gerard C. Wertkin
Accession number2003.6.2
Photo CreditAmerican Folk Art Museum
CopyrightCopyright for this work is under review.
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