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A small unsigned painting / Stephen Scheding

This investigative account explores a mystery in the Australian art world concerning the painter Lloyd Rees and a private collector. It examines the processes of art evaluation and authentication, and includes a section of black and white illustrations.
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Accession Number: 25908
Site: Vernon O Content
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Binding Type: Hard Back
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