MTA unveils late great Sol LeWitt's Subway mural


	MTA unveils late great Sol LeWitt's Subway mural

dgreplay

9-22-2009 10:48 AM

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dgreplay says:

Its great projects like this that can make the commute for millions of riders just a bit better each morning. I'm a fan of Sol LeWitt...think this piece is really cool.

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9-22-2009 5:59 PM

lollipop10

i love all the bright colours. those little quizes that always want to know your favorite colour....i don't know that i have a favorite, i like them all!

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