U.S. copyright renewals: artwork 1965-1977

"U.S. Copyright Renewals: Artwork 1965–1977" by the Library of Congress, Copyright Office, represents a detailed catalog of copyright renewals for artwork, scientific drawings, photographs, and prints from 1965 to 1977. The book serves as an important reference for those studying ownership in art, providing detailed records of creative works and their renewal status under the United States law. The beginning of the book includes an organized listing of renewal registrations processed between January and June 1965, alphabetically sorted by the claimant’s name and shows the original copyright date and renewal details. The register of contributors, which encompasses giants such as the American Bank Note Company and several prominent artists, demonstrate the broad spectrum of copyright during this era, and establishes a structured exploration of copyright renewals that highlights the legal state of artistic endeavors.