The Owsley Moment

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S03 E21 – Paul T. Frankl – 431 Modernique Clock – 1928

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Although the model 431 Modernique’s life was short-lived, the clock has been praised for being both, “unabashedly American” and “thoroughly modern.”

Research by Breyanne Urbin
Voiced by Martin Tebo
Produced by Sean Ashcraft in cooperation with the David Owsley Museum of Art and the Ball State School of Art.

Music used in this episode:
Rhapsody in Blue
Composed by George Gershwin
Performed by the composer via piano roll

Paul T. Frankl – 431 Modernique Clock – 1928

Original air date: Jun. 27, 2019

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