Occupation: Sculptors - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: 0.63 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection consists of articles, biographical material, photographs, and scrapbooks related to the American sculptor Frank Edwin Elwell (1858-1922), compiled by his son and daughter-in-law, Alcott Farrar Elwell and Helen Chaffee Elwell.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Rare Book Department [Contact Us]

Extent:: 2 item (2 pages)
Abstract:: Delaware sculptor Charles Parks (1922-2012) and his wife Inge sent these two holiday greeting cards to Miriam Willis.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 1.3 linear foot (2 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection comprises the carbon typescript for an unpublished manuscript titled "Henry Kirke Brown: The Father of American Sculpture," which was compiled, written, and edited by Henry Kirke Bush-Brown. It additionally includes an abridged version with the same title, also prepared by Bush-Brown. The typescript contains a description of Henry Kirke Brown's life, transcripts of his correspondence, photographs of his homes and artistic works, poems, sketches, and a genealogical chart of the Brown family. Several original letters, poems, photographs, and art are tipped into the typescript.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 3 linear foot (3 boxes), 1 oversize box, and 1 oversize removal
Abstract:: The papers of Delaware artist Charles Allmond (born 1931) document over three decades (1981-2013) of his prolific career. The collection comprises 3 linear feet and oversize removals that include drawings, designs, slides, sculptures, as well as files of correspondence and documentation for exhibitions in which his work was included.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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