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En avons-nous les moyens?
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En avons-nous les moyens?
You can freely copy, modify and distribute this image, even for commercial purposes. Need more information about image licensing or a higher resolution image? Read our Photographic Services and Copyright page.

Wood engraving

CAN WE AFFORD IT ?
Artist (1831-1899)
Publisher
SignatureL. r. within image, artist's mark, walking figure
Date 1878/07/05
Medium / Technique Ink on paper
Relief printing
Dimensions30.5 x 22.3 cm
ClassificationCommunication Objects - Documentary Objects - Graphic Documents
Origin Canada
Object NumberM930.50.6.131
DivisionDocumentary Art
CollectionMcCord
CreditGift of David Ross McCord
Status
Not on view

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