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Portrait of Bernard Becker, M.D., by Gilbert Early. Oil on canvas, framed, overall dimensions 53 x 40 inches. A brass plaque mounted on the base of the frame reads: “Bernard Becker, M.D., professor and head of the Department of Ophthalmology, Washington University School of Medicine, October 1, 1953 - April 1, 1988.” A second brass plaque, mounted on the wall to the right of the portrait, reads: “Dr. Bernard Becker, first chair of the Library Committee, 1984-. Provided vision, perseverance, and leadership for planning and construction of this library.” |
