Louisa Robins papers, 1918-1968

Collection Information

Size: 1.5 Linear feet

Summary: The papers of New York painter Louisa Robins measure 1.5 linear feet and date from 1918 to 1968. Found are biographical materials, correspondence, photographs, printed material, a mixed-media scrapbook, and travel writings. Of note are original drawings for Robins's travel writings and Christmas card designs.

Biographical/Historical Note

Louisa Robins (1898-1962) was a painter and illustrator in Buffalo and Long Island, New York. Largely self-taught, Robins briefly studied with George Luks while at Gutzon Borglum's studio in Connecticut.

Provenance

The collection was donated by Mrs. Julien McKee and Mrs. Evan Thomas, Robins' daughters, in 1978.

Language Note

English .

Funding Note

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