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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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Aerial View of the Smithsonian
Aerial View of the Smithsonian

This is a beautiful painting done by Jex Garnet Garnet Jex in 1936.

Aerial View of the Smithsonian
Aerial View of the Smithsonian

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Topics1930s · Smithsonian

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