| The Young Botanist | |
|---|---|
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| Artist | Paul Peel |
| Year | 1890 |
| Medium | Oil on canvas |
| Dimensions | 114.9 cm× 91.4 cm(45.2 in× 36.0 in) |
| Location | Museum London, London, Ontario |
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