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.letter-copy .slavery{margin-top:-2px;margin-bottom:35px}
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/* The authentic cutout rises beyond its architectural frame. */
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.chess-signature{bottom:15px;right:-20px}
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.title-quote{text-shadow:none}

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.author-mark-photo figcaption{font-size:14px;color:#f1ce88}
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