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UNKNOWN Photographer - Mao Tse Tung Applauding in Tiananmen Square, National Day, 13 October 1955

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Lot Details

This rare photograph was taken during the Chinese National Day Celebrations in Tiananmen Square on the 13th October 1955. It shows Mao applauding the passing troops. Matted, ready for framing

  • Name of Artist: UNKNOWN Photographer
  • Nationality: China
  • Title of Work: Mao Tse Tung Applauding in Tiananmen Square, National Day, 13 October 1955
  • Medium: Gelatin Silver Photograph
  • Framed?: Matted ready for framing
  • Image Size: 14cm x 9cm
  • Overall Size: 36cm x 28cm
  • Biographical: No reference
  • Stock No: H0300
UNKNOWN Photographer - Mao Tse Tung Applauding in Tiananmen Square, National Day, 13 October 1955 Image 1++
UNKNOWN Photographer - Mao Tse Tung Applauding in Tiananmen Square, National Day, 13 October 1955 Image 1++
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