Kuniyoshi, Yasuo, b. 1889 d. 1953
Art teacher, Lithographer, Painter, PhotographerWoodstock, N.Y. (Show Bio)
Yasuo Kuniyoshi papers, 1921-1993
2.5 linear ft.
The papers reflect his career as a painter, graphic artist, and photographer, as well as his involvement in political, social, and art organizations, especially during World War II. The collection contains biographical material, correspondence, writings by Kuniyoshi and others, miscellaneous subject files primarily on exhibits and his participation in various organizations, printed material, photographs taken by Kuniyoshi, and artwork.
The collection also contains materials on Kuniyoshi's career and artwork obtained after his death by Sara Mazo, Kuniyoshi's widow.
A loaned scrapbook is available on reel D176.
Location of Originals: Scrapbooks, reel D176: Originals returned to Mrs. Sara Mazo after microfilming.
Mrs. Sara Mazo, Kuniyoshi's widow, donated the sound recordings and transcript in 1969, and the remainder 1989, 1991 and 1995. Material on reel D176 lent for microfilming in 1964.
How to Use this Collection
- Zinc litho plates: For study purposes only. No reproduction or publication allowed. Sara Mazo Kuniyoshi, 194 Ohayo Mountain Rd., Woodstock, NY 12498-2535.
- The bulk of the collection has been digitized and is available on the Archives of American Art's website. Use of materials not digitized requires an appointment.
- The collection has been digitized and is available online via AAA's website.
The scrapbook loaned for microfilming is available on reel D176 at Archives of American Art offices or through interlibrary loan. - This Collection is available online.
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