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The County Election, 1852

George Caleb Bingham (American, 1811–1879)

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Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, Missouri; used with permission

George Caleb Bingham (American, 1811–1879). The County Election, 1852. Oil on canvas. 38 x 52 in. (96.5 x 132.1 cm). Gift of Bank of America.

Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, Missouri

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