Archives of American Art

Interview with Joseph E. Furey

Summary

Collection ID:
AAA.furejose
Creators:
Furey, Joseph E., 1906-
Millstein, Barbara Head
Dates:
1989 April
Languages:
English
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Physical Description:
43 Pages
Transcript
Repository:

Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents
A transcript of an interview with Joseph E. Furey conducted 1989 April by Barbara Head Millstein. Furey speaks of his family background and education; his work as a laborer on the Golden Gate Bridge and the George Washington Bridge; his wife Lillian Flemming and their children; the evolution of his decorated apartment at 447 16th Street in Brooklyn; his materials and methods; his handmade furniture; and works of art by his nephew Walter Flemming.

Biographical / Historical

Biographical / Historical
Joseph E. Furey (1906-1990) was was a self-taught artist who lived in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Administration

Reproduction Note
Item is a transcript.
Existence and Location of Originals
Original tape retained by the Brooklyn Museum.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated 1989 by Barbara Head Millstein of the Brooklyn Museum.

Using the Collection

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