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Creator:
McLanathan, Richard B. K., 1916-1998  Search this
Type:
Sound Recording
Date:
1953 December 23
Place of publication, production, or execution:
No place, unknown, or undetermined
Physical Description:
2 sound tape reels : analog ; 7 in. ; 50 min., 29 sec.
Summary:
McLanathan examines the origins and history of the Christmas celebration, examining Christian iconography and symbolism in Christian art. <br>Handwritten notes filling in typewritten lines on label on box of reel 1: Subtitle: The Arts in America; date recorded: 12/23/53; by: John Labowitz [?]; speed: 7 1/2; time: Total time (both tapes) 50:24.
Citation:
Richard B. K. McLanathan. Radio segment on the origins of Christmas, 1953 December 23. Richard McLanathan papers, 1901-1995. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Additional Forms:
This item has been digitally reformatted. It is available by requesting an appointment in the Archives of American Art's reading rooms, or in certain situations as a Reproduction Request.
Use Note:
Current copyright status is undetermined
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution Washington, D.C. 20560
Topic:
Christian art and symbolism  Search this
Holidays  Search this
Record number:
(DSI-AAA)14793
See more items in:
Richard McLanathan papers, 1901-1995, bulk 1940s-1990s
Data Source:
Archives of American Art
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:AAADCD_item_14793