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November 6, 2013
Garnet Jex’s 1936 Painting: An Aerial View of the Smithsonian
Explore the beauty of Garnet Jex's 1936 painting, an aerial view of the Smithsonian. See the stunning details and learn more about this amazing artwork.
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This is a beautiful painting done by
Jex Garnet
Garnet Jex in 1936.
Aerial View of the
Smithsonian
Source:
Smithsonian
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