Berta Margoulies papers, 1934-1990

Collection Information

Size: 1.1 Linear feet

Summary: The papers of sculptor Berta Margoulies measure 1.1 linear feet and date from 1934 to 1990. Primarily, the collection consists of clippings and exhibition announcements and catalogs documenting Margoulies's participation in various exhibitions in New York and New Jersey. Also found are biographical materials including photographs and scattered professional correspondence.

Biographical/Historical Note

Berta Margoulies (1907-1996) was a sculptor in New York City, New York, who co-founded the Sculptors Guild. Born in Poland, Margoulies studied at Hunter College and during the Great Depression participated in the Federal Art Project.

Provenance

Donated 1990 by Berta Margoulies.

Language Note

English .

Funding Note

Processing of this collection received support from the Smithsonian American Women's History Initiative.