Overview
Collection Information
Size: 1 Reel, ca. 445 items (on partial microfilm reel)
Summary: Letters written by Henry and Frances Greenough from various locations in Europe, most of which are to their family in Boston, including Mrs. Edward G. Loring (Harriet), Francis Boott, Mrs. Elizabeth Greenough, Charlotte Greenough, and also Mrs. James Lee and Mrs. Mary Lee. Also included are letters written to Horatio Greenough from various people.
Biographical/Historical Note
Horatio Greenough was a sculptor, who spent most of his career in Florence, Italy. His brother Henry originally went to Italy with Horatio, and then returned to Boston to practice architecture. Henry was married to Frances Boott.
Provenance
Lent 1977 by David Richardson, whose relationship to the Greenoughs is unknown.
Language Note
English .
Location of Originals
- Originals returned to lender, David Richardson, after microfilming.