The Significant Objects Project Looks At What Gives An Object Its Worth
Boston Phoenix |
September 10, 2009
Tags: James Dean, Norman Rockwell, Stewart O'Nan, Josh Glenn, objects, Rob Walker, value, Luc Sante, eBay
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Boston Phoenix |
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