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View of The Peristyle, entrance to the Bivouac Art Galleries at Otis Art Institute

Description
Black and white photograph of The Peristyle, the main entrance to the Bivouac Art Galleries at Otis Art Institute. Windows and pillars visible on both sides, with potted plants at the bottom of the second pillars with wire basket and vines hanging down. Four steps lead up to double-door doorway near center of photo, with potted plants on each side. Geometric design on flooring visible in foreground.
Type
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Date
26 November 1916
Call number
mssLAT 000102
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