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Archives of American Art
Gene Swenson papers
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.swengene
- Creators:
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Swenson, Gene, 1934-1969
- Dates:
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1950-1969
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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2.8 Linear feet
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
The papers of art critic and curator Gene Swenson measure 2.8 linear feet and date from 1950-1969. Included are correspondence with art world and political figures Jim Dine and Harry Truman among others; loose writings and 24 diaries by Swenson, and 13 audio cassette tapes of interviews with artists.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Gene Swenson (1934-1969) was an art critic and curator in New York, N.Y.
Administration
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The collection was donated in 2018 by by Anne Wilson, Gene Swenson's companion.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Use of audio visual recordings with no duplicate copy requires advance notice.
Conditions Governing Access
Portions of the collection are temporarily closed to researchers due to conservation treatment. Contact Reference Services for more information.
Keywords
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Art critics -- New York (State) -- New York | Occupation | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
Dine, Jim, 1935- | Personal Name | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
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