Church Steeple where Sharp Shooter was Inside, 1945 May 8

Item

Identifier: M456.02.0004.0059

Staff Only

Abstract

A pen and ink rendering of the view from Jacques Parker’s balcony of his room in San Benedetto, Italy, featuring the church tower that had held a sniper.

Dates

1945 May 8

Creator

Parker, W. Jacques (Person)

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Extent

From the Collection: 8.58 Linear Feet (7 containers)

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Additional Description

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection consists of photographs, artist tools, climbing tools, biographical clippings, articles, artowrk, and photographs.

Dimensions

14 x 10 inches, Pen and Ink

General

Signature/Markings: Inscribed lower middle and vertically along left margin “View from my balcony-Albergo ‘Aquila Nera’ San Benedetto, Italy May 8, 1945-sniper held off for days in church tower.”