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Michael Lenson

Mural Design for "Evolution"

Description

Maker

Michael Lenson (American, 1903-1971)

Title

Mural Design for "Evolution"

Year

1940

Medium

  • graphite

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • graphite

Materials

graphite

Supports

  • wove paper

Dimensions

27 x 77 cm (10 5/8 x 30 5/16 inches)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Signed in pencil on recto, LRC: "Michael Lenson"; Signature on verso of image board in pencil: "App/Apr 14.40" / [see catalogue worksheet for appearance of signatures]; loose board with inscription: Mural design for 'Evolution' by Michael Lenson"

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Barry and David Lenson

Object Number

2000.116

Type

  • Drawings and Watercolors

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Michael Lenson (American, 1903-1971)
Mural Design for "Evolution", 1940
graphite
27 x 77 cm (10 5/8 x 30 5/16 inches)
Gift of Barry and David Lenson 2000.116

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