Collection Information
Size: 1.2 Linear feet
Summary: The papers of collagist and painter Fay Helfand Gold (1907-1998) measure 1.2 linear feet and date from circa 1900 to 1979. Found are biographical materials, correspondence, personal business records, photographs, printed material, sketches and sketchbooks, and writings by Gold and Helen West Heller.
Biographical/Historical Note
Fay Helfand Gold (19087-1998) was a painter and collagist in New York City, New York. She studied at Parson's School of Design under Howard Giles. Gold began her career as an illustrator and later focused on abstract expressionist paintings. She married Louis Gold and together they had one son, David. In addition to her art career, Gold was an expert in breeding and training Yorkshire Terriers.
Provenance
Fay Gold donated her papers to the Archives of American Art in 1962 and 1979.
Language Note
English .
Funding Note
Processing of this collection received support from the Judith Godwin Arts Foundation