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1916

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1960

  • We acquired this object.

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Drawing, Sketch of Genius for "Tradition"

This is a Drawing. It was created by Kenyon Cox. It is dated 1916 and we acquired it in 1960. Its medium is graphite on tracing paper. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

This object was donated by Allyn Cox. It is credited Gift of Allyn Cox.

Cite this object as

Drawing, Sketch of Genius for "Tradition"; Kenyon Cox (American, 1856–1919); USA; graphite on tracing paper; Gift of Allyn Cox; 1960-83-65

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