Robert Pincus-Witten papers, 1950-2017

Collection Information

Size: 12 Linear feet; 12 Linear feet

Summary: The papers of art historian, critic and curator Robert Pincus-Witten measure 12.0 linear feet and date from 1950-2017. Included are biographical material consisting of diplomas, passports, address books, and calendars; writings including 43 journals and drafts of articles, essays and other writings by Pincus-Witten; correspondence with friends and colleagues; teaching files from City University of New York; research files on artists; photographs of family, friends, events and works of art; audio visual material including two reel-to-reel tapes recordings and 17 audio cassettes document panels that featured Pincus-Witten and interviews he conducted with artists; and printed material consisting of exhibition announcements, brochures, and clippings. Some writings are in digital format.

Biographical/Historical Note

Robert Pincus-Witten (1935-2018) was an art historian, professor, critic, and curator in New York. Pincus-Witten taught at Queens College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY).

Provenance

The papers were donated in 2019 by Leon Hecht, Robert Pincus-Witten's husband.

Language Note

English .

Restrictions on Access

This collection is temporarily closed to researchers due to archival processing. Contact References Services for more information.

Robert Picus-Witten's journals are access restricted until 01/01/2030; written permission is required. Contact Reference Services for more information. Access to original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C. Research Center.

Restrictions on Use

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The donor has retained all intellectual property rights, including copyright, that she may own in the following material: Robert Pincus-Witten's journals.

How to Cite This Collection

Robert Pincus-Witten papers, 1950-2017. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.