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Archives of American Art
John I.H. Baur papers
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.baurjohn
- Creators:
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Baur, John I. H. (John Ireland Howe), 1909-1987
- Dates:
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1946-1979
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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3.4 Linear feet13 Linear feetAddition
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Writings, talks, lectures, and contributions to publications, notably his work on the book, NEW ART IN AMERICA; correspondence, writings, memos, and clippings concerning museums (other than the Whitney Museum of American Art), galleries, colleges, the American Federation of Arts, and others; correspondence, printed material, and miscellany relating to committees and organizations, such as the American Studies Association and the International Association of Art Critics; correspondence and printed material concerning exhibition jury service; and miscellany.
Scope and Contents
ADDITION: Artists' files, photographs, correspondence, notes, writings, including an annotated draft for Baur's book, REVOLUTION & TRADITION IN MODERN AMERICAN ART.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Museum curator, museum director, and writer; New York, N.Y. Curator Brooklyn Museum of Art, 1936-1952; curator, director, and director emeritus, Whitney Museum of American Art, 1952-1987. Author of several books on American art.
Administration
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated 1989 by Louise C. Bauer, the widow of the artist, John I. H. Baur.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Contact Reference Services for more information.
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