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Symbolism

by Michael Gibson · 1999

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Part of the "Big Art" series of illustrated texts, this one covers Symbolism.

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19th century19th centuryMore like thisLess of thisEuropeEuropeMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
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medium · 256 pages

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