Christian Brinton papers relating to Ignacio Zuloaga, 1904-1922
Brinton, Christian, 1870-1942
Curator, Collector, Art critic
Overview
Collection Information
Size: 1 Item partial microfilm reel
Summary: Letters, 1904-1922, from Zuloaga to Brinton regarding paintings, exhibitions, thoughts on art and social activities; clippings; photographs of Zuloaga and art works; materials relating to Zuloaga including letters from various members of the Zuloaga family and memorabilia.
Biographical/Historical Note
Brinton was an art critic, curator, and collector; West Chester, Penn. Born 1870. Died 1942. He organized Zuloaga exhibitions and wrote on Zuloaga's work. Zuloaga was a self-taught painter who specialized in portraits and Spanish subjects, such as bullfights.
Provenance
Microfilmed in 1991 as part of AAA's Philadelphia Arts Documentation Project. The papers were donated to the Philadelphia Museum of Art along with much of Brinton's art collection.
Location of Originals
- Originals in: Philadelphia Museum of Art.
How to Use This Collection
Alternative Forms Available
35mm microfilm reel 4548 available for use at Archives of American Art offices, through interlibrary loan and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Restrictions on Access
The Archives of American art does not own the original papers. Use is limited to the microfilm copy.
Restrictions on Use
Authorization to publish, quote or reproduce must be obtained from Philadelphia Museum of Art Archives.
How to Cite This Collection
Christian Brinton papers relating to Ignacio Zuloaga, 1904-1922. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.