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Archives of American Art
Ad Reinhardt postcards to Katherine Scrivener
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.reinadpc
- Creators:
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Scrivener, KatherineReinhardt, Ad, 1913-1967
- Dates:
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1951 Apr. 16
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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3 Items(on partial microfilm reel)
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Three postcards from Reinhardt to Katherine Scrivener of words Reinhardt chooses to describe art and words he does not like to use in describing art.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Scrivener was an acquaintance of New York painter Ad Reinhardt. They met while attending Columbia University.
Administration
Existence and Location of Copies
35mm microfilm reel N69/23 available for use at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated 1969 by Katherine Scrivener.
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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Painting, American -- New York (State) -- New York | Topical | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
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