And presently they saw some heights, and islands, and a long flat, straggling city.

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And presently they saw some heights, and islands, and a long flat, straggling city.

Artist Mary Petty (American, 1899 - 1976)

Date1947

ClassificationsDrawing

MediumCrayon and ink

Dimensions4 7/8 × 9 3/4 in.

Credit LineMary Petty and Alan Dunn Bequest

Object number1972.594

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"You know, Mater, I decided it would be nice if you went to Germany and took some baths."

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