Hollis Frampton
American, 1936-1984
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Protective Coloration, 1984
Artwork Details
Materials
thirty-six Ektacolor chromogenic color prints
Measurements
matted in groups of 3; each (approximate sheet): 4 3/4 x 6 3/4 inches (12.07 x 17.14 cm)
Collection Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Marion Faller, 1993
Accession ID
P1993:4.3.1-36
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