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Archives of American Art
George L. Frankenstein papers
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.frangeor
- Creators:
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Frankenstein, George L., 1825-1911
- Dates:
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1866-1949
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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6 Items(on partial microfilm reel)
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
A handwritten copy of a letter to his brother, Gustavus, November 18, 1893, concerning Gustavus's expected death; a poem, "The Battle of Gettysburg," by Frankenstein, July 1866; an auction catalogue, December 1, 1888 (Bangs & Co., New York) of Frankenstein's oil sketches and paintings of Civl War battlefields; and three letters regarding the disposition of his works and papers.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Portrait painter, landscape painter, and journalist; Sandusky, Ohio.
Administration
Existence and Location of Copies
35mm microfilm reel 2804 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Reproduction Note
The three letters regarding the disposition of Frankenstein's works and papers are photocopies.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by National Park Service, who acquired the papers along with a gift of paintings.
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.
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