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Photo of collection object Praying Mantis — Masson, André. Praying Mantis, c. 1942. Ink on paper, 13 3/4 x 23" (34.9 x 58.4 cm). Gift of Philip Johnson, 595.1970. (Photo: MoMA)

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Praying Mantis

c. 1942

André Masson

French, 1896–1987

Drawings & Prints

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Masson, André
Classification: Drawing
Formatted Medium: Ink on paper
Medium: ink, paper
Dimensions: 13 3/4 x 23" (34.9 x 58.4 cm)
Departments: Drawings & Prints
Accession Number: 595.1970
Credit Line: Gift of Philip Johnson
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