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Metadata
Title |
The History of the Recorded Word (1) Hieroglyphs (2) Manuscripts (3) The First Printers (4) Modern Printing |
Date |
1937 |
Object Name |
Mural |
Description |
The group of four panels depicts the history of printing. Each panel depicts a different time and advancement in the process of printing. The paintings are on canvas that has been affixed to the alcove walls. "The History of the Recorded Word"; (1) "Hieroglyphs"; (2) "Manuscripts"; (3) "The First Printers" and (4) "Modern Printing" "LIBRARY MURALS/Ross Dickinson, artist, explained murals to classes. Four panels showed the development of Printing. He selected the most beautiful Greek writings and used harmonizing colors with a few contrasting. Ross Dickinson stated the reason for choosing this subject was its appropriateness for a school library. 'A mural must fit the building in which it is to be placed; therefore this painting is simplified, clear cut, and modern, as is the Jefferson High School building'." "Courtesy of the Fine Arts Collection U.S. General Services Administration." Condition: Excellent. Inventory History: Fine Art Conservation Laboratories (FACL, Inc.) Scott M. Haskins removed the murals, restored and cleaned them and then reinstalled back to original locations of the renovated library, 09/17/2024. |
Catalog Number |
MU77 |
School Site # |
8714 |
School Name |
Thomas Jefferson Senior High |
Dimension Details |
132"h x 60-1/2"w (actual - each panel) |
Material |
Oil on canvas |
Artist |
Dickinson, Ross Edward |
Role Artist |
Artist |
Credit line |
Courtesy of the Fine Arts Collection, U.S. General Services Administration |
Collection |
WPA / PWA |
Art School |
New Deal Art |
Related Publications |
WPA Federal Art Project according to Street Gallery: Guide to 1000 Los Angeles Murals by Robin Dunitz. |