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Drawing, Study 147-137#1e

This is a Drawing. It was designed by John De Cesare. It is dated December 19, 1963 and we acquired it in 1982. Its medium is color pencil, graphite, pen and black ink on cream wove paper. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

This drawing contains two translations in outline form of the vocal score of "The Star Spangled Banner." In the center are design motifs created from the forms of specific measures. This drawing provides the visual information needed to "read" all the drawings of decorative motifs related to this score.

This object was donated by Estate of John De Cesare. It is credited Gift of the Estate of John De Cesare.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 34.8 × 42.2 cm (13 11/16 × 16 5/8 in.)

It is inscribed

Inscribed in graphite, bottom: S147-137#1e. - TT-3/4 to 3/16 Top Line - Trial Study - John De Cesare c. 12-19-1963

Cite this object as

Drawing, Study 147-137#1e; Designed by John De Cesare (American, b. Italy, 1890–1972); USA; color pencil, graphite, pen and black ink on cream wove paper; H x W: 34.8 × 42.2 cm (13 11/16 × 16 5/8 in.); Gift of the Estate of John De Cesare; 1982-25-83

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