Splicing Tape, Used by Lillian F. Schwartz

Summary

Lillian Schwartz is a pioneer of computer-generated art. From 1969-2002, she was a "resident visitor" at Bell Laboratories, producing groundbreaking films, videos, and multimedia works. The Schwartz Collection spans Lillian's childhood into her late career, documenting an expansive mindset, mastery over traditional and experimental mediums alike--and above all--an ability to create inspirational connections between science, art, and technology.

Lillian Schwartz is a pioneer of computer-generated art. From 1969-2002, she was a "resident visitor" at Bell Laboratories, producing groundbreaking films, videos, and multimedia works. The Schwartz Collection spans Lillian's childhood into her late career, documenting an expansive mindset, mastery over traditional and experimental mediums alike--and above all--an ability to create inspirational connections between science, art, and technology.

Artifact

Splicing tape

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2021.14.569

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Lillian F. Schwartz & Laurens R. Schwartz Collection.

Material

Splicing tape
Cardboard

Color

Reddish orange
White (Color)
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 2.5 in  (Packaging)

Width: 2.375 in  (Packaging)

Length: 1.125 in  (Packaging)

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Scotch(R) 3M / 307 / Film Splicing / Tape / Perforated White / 16mm x 66 ft. 20,1m / 307 - 16mm - 66 DP / Cat. No. on back of packaging: The following is made in lieu of all / warranties, express or implied. / Seller's and manufacturer's only obligation / shall be to replace such quanitity of the / product proved to be defective. Neither seller / nor manufacturer shall be liable for any / injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, / arising out of the use of or the inability / to use the product. Before using, user shall / determine the suitability of the product / for his intended use, and user assumes all risk / and liability whatsoever in connection / therewith. The foregoing may not be altered / except by an agreement signed by officers / of seller and manufacturer. / Made in U.S.A. / Magnetic Audio/Video Product Division / St. Paul, MN 55144 / 3M / 34-7010-4378-7

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