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Conversation Piece

By  Ailsa Magnus 2010

Ailsa Magnus

Dimensions
160cm height

Title: Conversation Piece Materials: Bronze, stainless steel, custom brick and sandstone Commissioned by: City of York Council to create a piece for Bishopthorpe Road representing the past, present and future of the community of this residential area of York.

Ailsa Magnus

Ailsa Magnus

Ailsa Magnus

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Seen Through Hand and Heart

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