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Archives of American Art
James E. Freeman letters to W. D. Pickman
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.freejame
- Creators:
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Freeman, James E., 1808-1884
- Dates:
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1848-1849
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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4 Items(on partial microfilm reel)
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Freeman from Rome, Italy, to Pickman of Salem, Massachusetts, discussing Freeman's work in obtaining Italian paintings for Pickman. In addition, Freeman discusses his own painting and the political situation in Rome.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Painter; New York State and Rome, Italy. Born in New Brunswick, N.J. Grew up in New York State and studied at the National Academy of Design. Settled permanently in Italy, serving as the U.S. consul at Ancona and residing in Rome.
Administration
Existence and Location of Copies
35mm microfilm reel 3829 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated 1984 by Letitia Howe, relationship to James Freeman is not known.
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
| Keyword Terms | Keyword Types | ||
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| Painting | Topical | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| Art -- Collectors and collecting -- Italy | Topical | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
| Painters -- Italy -- Rome | Occupation | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
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