Collection Information
Size: 1.5 Linear feet
Summary: The papers of painter, gallerist, and arts activist Dorothy Paris measure 1.5 linear feet and date from 1917 to 1979. The papers focus on Paris's career as a painter and include biographical material, correspondence, photographs, printed material, and scattered writings and notes. Also found are administrative records, correspondence, meeting minutes, and reports of the International Association of the Plastic Arts/International Art Association (IAPA) and scattered printed materials produced by the 8th Street Gallery.
Biographical/Historical Note
Dorothy Paris (1899-1996) was a painter and gallerist in New York City, New York. Studying at the Art Students League and in Paris, she founded the 8th Street Gallery in Manhattan in the 1930s. There, she formed many lifelong relationships and friendships with artists. After serving as a volunteer nurse in World War II, she attended art school and became a painter. Her first show was at Galerie Zak in Paris in 1950 and she continued to exhibit her works around the United States. Additionally, Also, Paris was an activist and involved in the U.S. Committee of the International Association of the Plastic Arts/International Art Association (IAPA)--now UNESCO partner groups.
Provenance
Dorothy Paris donated her papers in several installments between 1970 and 1980.
Related Materials
The Archives of American Art also holds the Thomas Casilear Cole papers, 1750-1976. Portions of the collection were donated by Dorothy Paris to the Archives of American Art due to her role as executor of Cole's estate.
Language Note
English .
Funding Note
Processing of this collection received support from the Judith Godwin Arts Foundation
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