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Henry Kirke Brown letter to Mr. Ames, 1867 June 4

Brown, Henry Kirke, 1814-1886

Painter, Sculptor

Overview

Collection Information

Size: 1 Item, (on partial microfilm reel)

Summary: To "Dear Ames," presumably artist Joseph Alexander Ames, written from Newburgh, N.Y. Brown thanks Ames for drawing paper received, and makes additional requests for other supplies; he also invites him to "come up and make us a visit" [from New York City to Newburgh].

Biographical/Historical Note

Sculptor; New York City and New York State, Washington, D.C. Ames was a portrait and genre painter, New York, N.Y. Both members of the National Academy of Design.

Provenance

Donated 1955-1962 by Charles E. Feinberg. Feinberg was a long time friend and active donor to AAA.

Language Note

English .

How to Use This Collection

Alternative Forms Available

35mm microfilm reel D8 (frames 371-372) available for use at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.

Restrictions on Access

Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Microfilmed materials must be consulted on microfilm. Contact Reference Services for more information.

How to Cite This Collection

Henry Kirke Brown letter to Mr. Ames, 1867 June 4. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.

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