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Design for Medal of Freedom
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Design for Medal of Freedom
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Design for Medal of Freedom

Artifact IDMO 78.17
Object Type Drawing
Date 1978
Maker (Founded 1948, New York)
Medium gouache; paper
DimensionsOverall (Matted) H 14 in x W 11 in (35.6 cm x 27.9 cm )
 Overall (Sheet) H 12 in x W 9 in (30.5 cm x 22.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionWatercolor and gouache rendering for medal of freedom, designed by David Webb Inc. (not the original rendering).
Historical NoteDesigner David Webb created this drawing for the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis item is material associated with the White House, the Kennedy Administration and the Executive Offices of the President. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum by David Webb Inc. in 1978.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of David Webb, Inc.
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPost Presidential Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676966)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.
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