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The masterpieces of the Centennial international exhibition illustrated.. (1876)

Shinn, Earl, 1838-1886, Smith, Walter, Wilson, Joseph M. (Joseph Miller), 1838-1902 · Philadelphia : Gebbie & Barrie · leaf 505

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INDUSTRIAL ART. 487 individuality and grace. One does not know which to admire tlae more — the bright sunHt atmosphere and animated expression in the Aurora, or the subdued twiHght effect, the reposeful feeling pervading the Crepuscule. It is marvelous to think that these forms of beauty have been… … Aurora Plaque: Elklngton &' Co., Birmingham. the metal which produces finally the raised design. Simple as it is in itself, we would direct the reader's attention to the plain steel band, studded with stars, around the central medallion, as one of those fine touches where the highest art is shown…

Centennial Exhibition (1876 : Philadelphia, Pa.)

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