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"Boxer" by Lillian F. Schwartz, 1950-1960

THF187856 / "Boxer" by Lillian F. Schwartz, 1950-1960
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Artifact Overview

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 Details

Artifact

Sculpture (Visual work)

Date Made

1950-1960

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2021.14.58

Credit

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

Material

Acrylic (Plastic)

Color

Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 6 in
Width: 7.75 in
Length: 8 in

Inscriptions

signed on base: Lillian Schwartz
"Boxer" by Lillian F. Schwartz, 1950-1960