Kenneth Francis Bates papers, 1927-1973
Bates, Kenneth F. (Kenneth Francis), 1904-1973
Educator
Overview
Collection Information
Size: 150 items.
Summary: A career resumé; letters from friends and associates commenting on his two books, ENAMELING (1951) and BASIC DESIGN (1960); photographs of Bates and of his work; 5 scrapbooks which contain book covers designed by Bates, clippings, exhibition notices, etc.; 5 scrapbooks containing ca. 450 working sketches for his enamels, many on religious topics; and a transcript of an undated interview in which Bates discussed his enameling methods and the relationship of his work to his interest in gardening.
Biographical/Historical Note
Enamalist and craftsman; b. 1904; d. 1973; Euclid, Ohio
Provenance
Lent for microfilming 1973 by Kenneth Bates.
Location of Originals
- Originals were returned to lender after microfilming.
How to Use This Collection
Alternative Forms Available
Microfilm reel 683 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
Kenneth Francis Bates papers, 1927-1973. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
