G. Alan Chidsey papers, 1912-1979

Collection Information

Size: 1 Linear foot

Summary: The papers of G. Alan Chidsey measure 1.0 linear feet and date from 1912 to 1979. The papers document his role as a trustee for the Marsden Hartley estate through correspondence in regards to inventorying, exhibiting, and selling Hartley's works; legal documents outlining his appointment and duties as a trustee of Hartley's estate; clippings, exhibition announcements, and catalogs related to Hartley's works; and photographs of Hartley and an album of Hartley's works. Also found are three scrapbooks containing clippings compiled by Chidsey.

Biographical/Historical Note

G. Alan Chidsey was a book dealer and lawyer from Plandom, N.Y. Chidsey served as a trustee to the Marsden Hartley estate.

Provenance

Donated 1979 by Alan G. Chidsey.

Related Materials

Also held at the Archives of American Art is an oral history interview with Norma G. Berger in regards to Marsden Hartley conducted by Robert F. Brown June 28, 1973; Marsden Hartley papers, 1900-1967; Marsden Hartley letter collection, circa 1930-1941.

Language Note

English .