Herman Cherry letters from David Smith, 1950-1964

Cherry, Herman, b. 1909 d. 1992
Painter, Muralist, Poet
New York, N.Y.

Collection size: 180 items (on partial microfilm reel).

Collection Summary: Ca. 180 letters and postcards from David Smith, mostly written from Terminal Iron Works, Bolton Landing, New York. Smith discusses his work, family, artist-friends, and other matters.

Biographical/Historical Note: Painter, lithographer, craftsman, writer, teacher; New York, N.Y. b. 1909.

Lent for microfilming 1976 by Herman Cherry.

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  • Microfilm reel 1037 available for use at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
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