Archives of American Art

John Wenger papers

Summary

Collection ID:
AAA.wengjohn
Creators:
Wenger, John, 1891-1976
Dates:
1922-1977
Languages:
English
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Physical Description:
0.2 Linear feet
(on partial microfilm reel)
Repository:

Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents
A 45-page booklet compiled by Mrs. John Wenger containing photocopies of biographical data, letters, clippings, reproductions, lists of institutions owning Wenger's work, and lists of theatrical sets designed by him; catalogs and announcements; obituaries; and 40 snapshots of paintings and set designs.

Biographical / Historical

Biographical / Historical
Painter, set designer; New York, N.Y. Died 1976.

Administration

Existence and Location of Copies
35mm microfilm reel 3481 available for use at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by Mrs. John Wenger (Bessie Vera), 1977-1979.

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

Keywords table of terms and types.
Keyword Terms Keyword Types
Theaters -- Stage-setting and scenery Topical Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Painting, Modern -- 20th century -- History -- New York (State) -- New York Topical Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Set decorators Occupation Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Painters -- New York (State) -- New York Occupation Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid

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