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Art of Palestine: from the river to the sea
P21 Gallery, London
THE Art of Palestine: From The River To The Sea showcases a unique collection of Palestinian paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations and drawings by Palestinian children, along with a series of tapestries, sharing the culture, heritage and struggles of the Palestinian people.
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