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Interviewing painter and illustrator Al Hirschfeld

BROADCAST: Nov. 14, 1997 | DURATION: 00:48:19

Synopsis

Hirschfeld is best known for his theatrical images and his long career with the New York Times.

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 14, 1997

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
48 minutes, 19 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Visual Arts

People

Artists

Tags

Hirschfeld, Al--Interviews Illustrators--United States--20th century--Interviews Artists--United States--20th century--Interviews Painters--United States--20th century--Interviews Artists and the theater. Audiotapes. Radio programs. Hirschfeld, Al, --interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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