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Sea Skeleton

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A boat rack is silhouetted against the lake and a dramatic sky.

Date Created:
1956
Creator:
Sturtzen, Charles

Publication Information

Creator Sturtzen, Charles
Date Created 1956

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin Historical Calendars and source photographs, 1948-1992
Call Number PH Series 2779, box 3, fldr 7

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W014EWC
Legacy ID
WHi 144298

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