Wes Wehr
Maker
James, Randy L.
Date2003, printed 2004
MediumGelatin silver print
Dimensionsimage: 6 1/8 in x 7 1/2 in; paper: 8 1/2 in x 11 in
Credit LineMichael Dahlquist Memorial Collection
Object number2006:172
About the ArtistInitial phases of collection research have yielded limited information about this artist. The artist or any knowledgeable parties are encouraged to contact the museum to provide or confirm biographical or historical details.
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