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Donald Clapper presents the question:
"Which One is Real?"

An intriquing question is asked...
Is this a stamp or a painting?

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"Trompe l'Oeil leaves no room for shyness or timidity, because it dares to defy reality."
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"The Bachelor's Chest"

Oil on Panel
24 X 28 Inches

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Currently for sale at the
Eleanor Ettinger Gallery, New York

 

 

"The Rose of Sharon"

Oil on Panel
11 X 14 Inches

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"Hook, Line & Sinker"

Oil on Panel
16 X 12 Inches

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"Which Duke is Duped?"

Oil on Panel
11 X 14 Inches

Once again, the eye is tricked into seeing two stamps...
But, one is real and the other is a painting!

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"The Black Cat"

Oil on Panel
11 X 14 Inches

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"Tribute to William Harnett"

Oil on Panel
20 X 16 Inches

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"Queen of Hearts"

Oil on Panel
18 X 24 Inches

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"Mail Order Bride"

Oil on Panel
8 X 10 Inches

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"Harmonica and Harmony"

Oil on Panel
18 X 24 Inches

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"Granddad's Lures"

Oil on Panel
20 X 16 Inches

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"Getaway Money"

Oil on Panel
11 X 14 Inches

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"Geronimo"

Oil on Panel
20 X 16 Inches

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"War and Peace on Mom's Cupboard Door"

Oil on Panel
20 X 16 Inches

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