The collection is arranged into 4 series. Letter files pertaining to specific individuals and organizations are arranged alphabetically; miscellaneous letters, exhibition files, printed material, and photographs are arranged chronologically. Series 1: Letter Files, 1927-1998 (Boxes 1-2; 1.5 linear feet) Series 2: Exhibition Files, 1956-1982 (Box 2; 18 folders) Series 3: Printed Material, 1949-1992 (Box 2; 22 folders) Series 4: Photographs, 1923-1978 (Box 2; 2 folders)
Access Note / Rights:
The collection is open for research. Use requires an appointment.
Summary:
The papers of painter, draftsperson, and art consultant Alice Yamin date from 1927-1998, and measure 2.0 linear feet. Found within the papers are letters from artists, writers, galleries, and CIGY-GEIGY Corporation for whom Yamin worked as an art consultant. The collection also contains exhibition files, printed material, and photographs of Yamin, family members, and colleagues.
Citation:
Alice Yamin papers, 1927-1998. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Use Note:
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Biography Note:
Alice Bernard was born on April 8, 1905 in Paris, France. She was brought to the United States as a child and spent most of her life in New York City. She married writer Leo Yamin who died on January 20, 1999.
Language Note:
English .
Provenance:
The Alice Yamin papers were donated in 1981 by the artist and in 2002 by Harry Smith, her nephew.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Topic:
Painters -- New York (State) -- New York Search this
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