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Andreas Gursky, Rhein II, 1999, C-print mounted to plexiglass in artist's frame, 81 x 140 inches

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Source: by permission of the Matthew Marks Gallery, New York, which represents the artist. Copyright Andreas Gursky

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3. The text discussing the significance of this art work, or referencing it as a key example of the artists work, is enhanced by inclusion of the image.
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