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Frank Edwin Elwell papers, 1883-1972 (inclusive)

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]

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Philadelphia Sculptors records, 1982-2022 (inclusive) 1996-2022 (bulk)

Extent:
5 linear feet (5 boxes ) and 37.5 gigabytes
Abstract:
The Philadelphia Sculptors, a non profit organization, was founded in 1996 in order to promote contemporary sculpture and to serve as an advocate for sculptors in the greater Philadelphia region. The collection consists of administrative records documenting the founding and operation of the organization; artist files, including artists' biographies, statements, and photographic examples of works; and exhibition files for roughly 60 exhibits from 1996 until 2022, when this collection was donated.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]