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Thomas Moran (American, 1837-1926)

Fiercely the red sun descending/Burned his way along the heavens, 1875-76
Oil on canvas, 33 3/8 x 50 1/16 in. (84.8 x 127.1 cm.)
Purchased with funds from the North Carolina Art Society (Robert F. Phifer Bequest), 52.9.34

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