Leah Gold papers, 1939-1975

Collection Information

Size: 1 Linear foot

Summary: The papers of painter and printmaker Leah Gold measure 1.0 linear feet and date from 1939 to 1975. The papers focus on Gold's exhibition career in the New York City area. Found are biographical materials; correspondence with institutions and organizations and designer Ruth Reeves; photographs; printed materials including clippings and detailed exhibition material; and a sketchbook of pencil drawings by Gold and Hans Hofmann.

Biographical/Historical Note

Leah Gold was a painter and printmaker in New York City, New York. She was included in many exhibitions in New York City and throughout the United States. She was an active member of the Artists Equity Association.

Provenance

The collection was donated 1975 by Leah Gold.

Language Note

English .

Funding Note

Processing of this collection received support from the Smithsonian American Women's History Initiative.