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Basil self carves a farming scene in the top of a pine coffee table at his home in Nobleton, near Bolton
Basil self carves a farming scene in the top of a pine coffee table at his home in Nobleton, near Bolton

Basil self carves a farming scene in the top of a pine coffee table at his home in Nobleton, near Bolton

Date4/5/1972
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      ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0133519F
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