Louise Bourgeois papers, 1922-1994
Bourgeois, Louise, 1911-2010
Sculptor
Overview
Collection Information
Size: 695 Items Reels 54 and 90 0.4 Linear feet Unmicrofilmed
Summary: UNMICROFILMED: Printed matter, 1945-1994, and undated, including exhibition catalogs and announcements, notices of meetings of The Club, Venice Biennale admission card, Cafe de Flore menu, and clippings; and 26 b&w photographs (copyprints) of Bourgeois, family and friends, and her work, 1922-1953 and undated.
Biographical/Historical Note
Louise Bourgeois (1911-2010) was a sculptor, born and educated in Paris and later came to New York.
Provenance
Donated by Louise Bourgeois in 1994. Papers on microfilm were lent by Bourgeois in 1971.
Related Materials
Also in the Archives is material lent for microfilming including (reels 54 and 90) including circa 500 drawings and sketches; prints, portraits, correspondence, including a letter from Rene d'Harnoncourt, catalogs, clippings, printed material, and miscellany.
Location of Originals
- Reels 54 and 90: Originals returned to lender after microfilming.
How to Use This Collection
Alternative Forms Available
35mm microfilm reels 54 and 90 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Restrictions on Access
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C. Research Center. Microfilmed materials must be consulted on microfilm. Contact Reference Services for more information. Microfilm portion must be consulted on microfilm. Use of unmicrofilmed portion requires an appointment.
Restrictions on Use
Photographs: Authorization to publish or reproduce must be obtained from Wendy Williams, Managing Director, Louise Bourgeois Studio
How to Cite This Collection
Louise Bourgeois papers, 1922-1994. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.