John W. Venable journal, 1840-1842
Venable, John W.
Miniature painter
Overview
Collection Information
Size: 1 Volume, (on partial microfilm reel)
Summary: A journal including an account of Venable's travels through Virginia and Maryland seeking work as a miniaturist portrait painter, penciled drafts of three letters, a list of Latin and French phrases translated into English, and poetry. Three newspaper clippings are also included.
Biographical/Historical Note
Miniaturist.
Provenance
Lent for microfilming 1978 by Marchand's Antiques, Evansville, Ind., through Kenneth P. McCutchan.
Location of Originals
- Original in: Marchand's Antiques, Evansville, Ind.
How to Use This Collection
Alternative Forms Available
35mm microfilm reel 1321 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Restrictions on Access
The Archives of American art does not own the original papers. Use is limited to the microfilm copy.
How to Cite This Collection
John W. Venable journal, 1840-1842. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.