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Drawing, Study for "Spring in the Country" Poster

This is a Drawing. It was designed by Edward McKnight Kauffer and made for (as the client) London Passenger Transport Board. We acquired it in 1963. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Edward McKnight Kauffer. It is credited Gift of Mrs. E. McKnight Kauffer.

Cite this object as

Drawing, Study for "Spring in the Country" Poster; Designed by Edward McKnight Kauffer (American, active England, 1890–1954); Client: London Passenger Transport Board (England, GB, United Kingdom); USA; Gift of Mrs. E. McKnight Kauffer; 1963-39-1092

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