Sculpture Photographs
Scope and Contents
Includes the manuscript account book of Daniel Chester French, the primary reference for his commissions ca. 1901–1931, as well as his work on the Sculpture Committee of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1904–1906; photographs of his sculpture in progress and in situ; reference photographs; photographs of French and members of his family; architectural drawings, mostly by Henry Bacon (1866–1924); manuscripts; albums and scrapbooks; and miscellaneous ephemera. The fragile account book has been scanned and a digital surrogate is available.
Dates
- Creation: 1870 - 1931
Conditions Governing Access
In-process collection. The Chesterwood Archive is open for research, though access may be affected by staff work. Researchers are encouraged to contact Special Collections staff prior to a visit.
Extent
From the Series: 128 Boxes
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Repository Details
Part of the Chapin Library Repository
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Williamstown Massachusetts 01267
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