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Impatient Optimist (sculpture)

Outdoor sculptures in SeattleQueen Anne, Seattle
BMGF Echelman 0950
BMGF Echelman 0950

Impatient Optimist is a sculpture by Janet Echelman, installed in Seattle, Washington.

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Impatient Optimist (sculpture)
5th Avenue North, Seattle Belltown

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