Existing comment:
Beautification of America concept stamp art
ISSUE Beautification of America
MEDIUM paper; photograph; gouache; ink
ILLUSTRATORS Robert Jones and Howard Milner
ART DIRECTOR Walter D. Richards
FIRST DAY OF ISSUE January 16, 1969
This was one of the final concept images that focused on the Washington, DC Tidal Basin and its blooming cherry blossoms. After reviewing this image and others, the Johnson White House wanted to see a comprehensive design highlighting beautification efforts from the community to the national level. |