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Image Not Available for A white haired old man still follows his occupation as a mat weaver. For years, he has sold his good on the streets of New York and all of the local children know him.
A white haired old man still follows his occupation as a mat weaver. For years, he has sold his good on the streets of New York and all of the local children know him.
Image Not Available for A white haired old man still follows his occupation as a mat weaver. For years, he has sold his good on the streets of New York and all of the local children know him.

A white haired old man still follows his occupation as a mat weaver. For years, he has sold his good on the streets of New York and all of the local children know him.

Creator Presse-Photo
Date1930s
Mediumgelatin silver print
DimensionsOverall: 24.3 x 17.4 cm (9 9/16 x 6 7/8 in.)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 2002
Category
Object number2002/7273
LocationNot currently on display

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