Object Details
Artist
Robert T. McCall
Physical Description
The space mural-a cosmic view, 1976; depiction of birth of universe; planets Saturn and Mars and asteroids; figure of an American astronaut on surface of Moon with lunar module and second astronaut in background; orbiting command and service module; vertical section depicts rising sun, galaxies and the Milky Way.
Alternate Name
A Cosmic View Mural (Robert McCall)
Key Accomplishment(s)
Our Place in the Cosmos
Impact or Innovation
This mural represents the optimistic imagination of space exploration.
Brief Description
Artist Robert McCall created this mural for the opening of this Museum in 1976. Celebrating the recent landing of humans on the Moon, it suggests the first steps toward an exploration of the vast reaches of space.
Credit Line
Museum purchase
Inventory Number
A19780171000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
ART-Paintings
Medium
Painting, Mural, acrylic on muslin
Dimensions
2-D - Unframed (H x W) (Mural): 1783.1 x 2286cm (58 ft. 6 in. x 75 ft.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Boeing Milestones of Flight Hall
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19780171000