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The masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition\ : illustrated (1876)

Centennial Exhibition (1876 : Philadelphia, Pa.), Shinn, Earl, 1838-1886, Smith, Walter, 1836-1886, Wilson, Joseph M · Philadelphia : Gebbie & Barrie · leaf 196

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pieces shown are really colossal in size, and not only are many curious objects of early date exhibited, but also imitations or reproductions of the ancient wares on a large scale, and so accurately as to defy detection. Vases are shown six and eight feet in height, perfectly potted, and fine… … The Japanese Pavilion. oven, being most remarkable pieces of work. It has been stated by one fully capable of giving a reliable opinion, that the Japanese display surpasses anything that has ever been shown by a single country at any previous International Exhibition. Concerning the exhibit of…

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