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Sat, Mar 11, 2017 10:00AM EST - Sun, Mar 12, 2017 11:00AM EDT
Lot 509

The Alley Chicago Store Diorama.

Estimate: $500 - $750

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Garman, Michael (American, b. 1938). The Alley Chicago Store Diorama. Circa 1975. Mixed media alley scene diorama by Garman, bearing a billboard for the well-known "counter-culture" shop in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, shown against a brick wall, with a man looking out from a nearby open window. Electrical, with doves perched atop the billboard beside the working lamps. Custom made, having been commissioned by the owner of the store. Wooden backing. 20 x 36 x 5". One bulb in need of replacement; power plug cover partly chipped, not affecting power supply.

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