Frederick Arthur Bridgman papers, 1869-1929
Bridgman, Frederick Arthur, 1847-1928
Painter
Overview
Collection Information
Size: 24 Items
Summary: Photographic reproductions of a sketchbook/scrapbook, photographs, and a handwritten genealogy of the Bridgman family; and a photocopy of a catalog of the sale of the contents of Bridgman's studio after his death.
The sketchbook contains pencil and ink drawings, some of Bridgman's children, a few clippings, a genealogy, a program and a letter. The photographs show Bridgman, his family, and his Paris studio, 146 Blvd. Malesheherbes. The sales catalog, "Atelier F.A. Bridgman," (32 p.) was for paintings and objects of Bridgman's, held Nov. 25-26, 1929 at Hotel Drouot, Paris, and handled by Galerie A.M. Reitlinger.
Biographical/Historical Note
Bridgman was an American born painter who studied and lived in Paris. He is best known for his paintings of North Africa.
Provenance
The items were copied as part of the Archives of American Art's Paris Survey Project, November 1993 and should serve as study purposes only not to be reproduced. The originals are in the possession of anonymous Bridgman descendants.
How to Use This Collection
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All photographic reproductions and/or photocopies.
Restrictions on Access
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Contact Reference Services for more information.
How to Cite This Collection
Frederick Arthur Bridgman papers, 1869-1929. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.