Smithsonian Archives of American Art

 
Bluemner, Oscar (b. 1867 d. 1938)

Painter
Germany; N.J.,

Diaries, 1911-1936 3000 p.

"Painting diaries," 1911-1936, amounting to a fairly complete record of work done during this period, including many sketches, color schemes, and information about his materials and techniques. The entries, although not daily, are extensive and extremely detailed. He writes of his philosophy of art, aesthetics, critics, his ideas on color and composition, influences on his thoughts, the role of the artist, the need for the artist to remain independent and uninfluenced by criticism, the work of other artists, contemporary art, exhibitions, etc.

Microfilm reel(s): Microfilm reels 339 and 340, frames 1-2350 (1350).

RESTRICTED

Location of Originals: Reel N737: Originals returned to lender, Graham Gallery, New York, N.Y., after microfilming.

Forms Part of: Oscar Bluemner papers