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Optical Illusion: Alan Ramsay created the optical illusion of multiplied space in a small hall, through the use of a mirror that reflects a carefully installed black and white tile floor
Optical Illusion: Alan Ramsay created the optical illusion of multiplied space in a small hall, through the use of a mirror that reflects a carefully installed black and white tile floor

Optical Illusion: Alan Ramsay created the optical illusion of multiplied space in a small hall, through the use of a mirror that reflects a carefully installed black and white tile floor

Date7/15/1985
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  • Optical Illusion: Alan Ramsay created the optical illusion of multiplied space in a small hall, through the use of a mirror that reflects a carefully installed black and white tile floor
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      ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0132535F
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