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Archives of American Art
George Catlin letter
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.catlgeol
- Creators:
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Catlin, George, 1796-1872
- Dates:
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[undated]
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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1 Item(on partial microfilm reel)
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Catlin writes to "Dear Sir," requesting an autograph for his nephew, a Pawnee Indian chief. A typescript is included.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Painter. Catlin is known for his paintings of American Indians.
Administration
Existence and Location of Copies
35mm microfilm reel D8 (frames 435-436) available for use at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated 1955 by Charles Feinberg.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Microfilmed materials must be consulted on microfilm. Contact Reference Services for more information.
Keywords
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