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Richard Burn sketchbook, 1831-1832 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
Abstract:
This oblong, leather-bound sketchbook contains ink drawings by Richard Burn of Lurdenlaw, Kelso, Scotland, and dates from 1831 to 1832. Each page--including the front and back inside covers--are filled with many comical sketches and caricatures, several hunting scenes, some animals, and local Scottish landscapes.

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Alfred Bendiner original drawings of actors and actresses, circa 1938-1964 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.2 linear_foot (1 box)
Abstract:
Alfred Bendiner (1899-1964) was an architect, artist, author, and Penn alumnus who created caricatures of performers in stage productions, concerts, and operas in Philadelphia, chiefly for the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin. This collection includes seven original caricatures of performers in pencil or in pen.

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Alfred Bendiner papers, 1932-1955 (inclusive)

Extent:
5 boxes
Abstract:
The papers of architect, artist, author, and Penn alumnus Alfred Bendiner dating from 1938 to 1955, featuring his caricatures and other drawings among some of his other papers. Images of performers in stage productions, concerts, and operas in Philadelphia were created chiefly for the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin. The caricatures are original pencil drawings, ink drawings, or lithographs with some newspaper clippings.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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