José Moya del Piño papers, 1924-1973

Collection Information

Size: 0.6 Linear feet

Summary: The papers of painter José Moya del Piño measure 0.6 linear feet and date from 1924 to 1973. The papers provide scattered documentation of Moya del Piño's career as an artist through correspondence between Moya del Piño and friends and fellow artists, professional activity files including writings by Moya del Piño and photographs of him and his artwork, and sketches and four sketchbooks.

Biographical/Historical Note

José Moya del Piño (18911969) was a Spanish-born American painter, muralist and educator. He associated with the Post-impressionists of Spain and the Depression-era muralists in the San Francisco Bay Area. He taught classes at the San Francisco Art Students League, San Francisco Art Institute, and the College of Marin.

Provenance

Donated 1977-1982 by Tina (Clementina Moya) Kun, daughter of José Moya del Piño.

Related Materials

Also found in the Archives of American Art is an oral history interview with José Moya del Piño conducted by Mary McChesney, September 10, 1964.

Language Note

Material is in English and Spanish.