Called unrecognized art

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Called unrecognized art

Date4/21/1976

Names

Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022 (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Called unrecognized art: Weldon Tracey holds group of Canada geese and goslings that he carved and will be entering in an international competition in Maryland. Practically all the best carvings are being bought up by Americans fore museums because the art is not recognized here; he says.

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0008433F

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