Charis Wilson papers, 1937-1941
Wilson, Charis, 1914-2009
Author
Overview
Collection Information
Size: 1 Reel, ca. 125 items (on partial microfilm reel)
Summary: Correspondence between Edward Weston and Charis Wilson and publishing companies regarding requests to publish photographs and articles; a photograph of Charis Wilson by William Holgers; a typescript of Wilson's "Journal of Guggenheim Year 1937-1938" describing the Westons' Guggenheim sponsored tour photographing California. The journal is dated from March 22, 1937, when the Westons received notification of the Guggenheim Fellowship award, to April 24, 1939, and provides very detailed descriptions of their activities during that time.
Biographical/Historical Note
Charis Wilson (1914-2009) was a writer in Aptos, Calif. Wilson married photographer Edward Weston.
Provenance
Lent for microfilming 1983 by Wilson.
Location of Originals
- Journal Original in Huntington Library, San Marino, Calif. The Huntington also owns the copyright.
- Correspondence and photographs: Originals returned to Charis Wilson after microfilming.
How to Use This Collection
Alternative Forms Available
35mm microfilm reel 2776 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Restrictions on Access
The Archives of American art does not own the original papers. Use is limited to the microfilm copy.
Restrictions on Use
Journal: Authorization to publish, quote, or reproduce must be obtained from Curator of Manuscripts, Huntington Library
How to Cite This Collection
Charis Wilson papers, 1937-1941. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.