Gary Falk papers, circa 1955-2013

Collection Information

Size: 2.5 Linear feet; 0.005 Gigabytes

Summary: The papers of painter and assemblage artist Gary Falk measure 2.5 linear feet and 0.005 GB and date from circa 1955-2013. The papers document his career as an artist in New York through biographical material, including project proposals, student records, and items from his memorial service; a small amount of personal correspondence; four notebooks; exhibition files; printed material; photographs of Falk, Falk with friends, artwork, and travel; digital photographs of artwork; and original artwork, including drawings, collages, and two sketchbooks.

Biographical/Historical Note

Gary Falk (1954-1986) was a painter and assemblage artist from New York, N.Y. Falk developed a personal sign system in his works of art, and often worked in enamel and acrylic on Plexiglas or aluminum.

Provenance

Donated 2005, 2007, 2014, and 2016 by Lillian Falk, Gary Falk's mother.

Related Materials

Also at the Archives of American Art is one sound recording of Ned Rifkin in conversation with Gary Falk, December 5, 1984.

Language Note

The collection is in English.