Calder, Alexander, b. 1898 d. 1976
SculptorNew York, N.Y., Philadelphia, Pa. (Show Bio)
Alexander Calder letters and photographs, 1927-1960
2 v. (55 items on partial microfilm reel)
Reel(s): 4781
Two albums labeled "Letters" and "Calder," containing 31 letters and 15 postcards from Calder, 1927-1960, to George Thomson, 4 empty envelopes, 2 photographs of the Calder family, a Christmas card with a photograph of the Calder family, and an exhibition announcement for the Pierre Matisse Gallery. Calder, writing to Thomson in London from various locations, discusses his travel plans, work, and his hopes of seeing Thomson. A few of the letters are illustrated.
Donated 1986 by Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Kahn, presumably collectors.
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