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Young Men Drinking Beer

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Studio triple portrait in front of a painted backdrop: young men with hats askew, drinking beer and smoking.

Date Created:
1915
Creator:
Witt, Matthew

Publication Information

Creator Witt, Matthew
Date Created 1915

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 12 x 8 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Matthew Witt photographs, circa 1917-1950
Call Number PH 5000.267-280.0272

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01365H
Legacy ID
WHi 103872

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