Blaisdell Grease Pencil, Used by Lillian F. Schwartz
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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
Grease pencil
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2021.14.576
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Lillian F. Schwartz & Laurens R. Schwartz Collection.
Material
Wax
Paper (Fiber product)
String (Fiber product)
Color
Red
Beige (Color)
White (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: .375 in
Length: 6.5 in
Inscriptions
on front: U.S.A. blaisdell CHINA-MARKER RED 169T
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