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Gregorio Marzan, (1906–1997), “Centaur,” Bronx, New York, 1980, Paint and human-hair wig on pap…
Centaur
Gregorio Marzan, (1906–1997), “Centaur,” Bronx, New York, 1980, Paint and human-hair wig on pap…
Gregorio Marzan, (1906–1997), “Centaur,” Bronx, New York, 1980, Paint and human-hair wig on papier-mâché with clear and metallic tapes and plastic on cardboard, 26 1/2 × 21 × 7 1/2 in., Collection American Folk Art Museum, New York, Gift of Gerard C. Wertkin, 2012.14.3. Photo by Adam Reich
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Centaur

Artist ((1906–1997))
Place/RegionNew York, United States
Date1980
MediumPaint and human-hair wig on papier-mâché with clear and metallic tapes and plastic on cardboard
Dimensions26 1/2 × 21 × 7 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Gerard C. Wertkin
Accession number2012.14.3
ClassificationSculpture
CopyrightCopyright for this work is under review.
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