Series 1: Biographical Material, 1901-1972 (4 folders; Box 1) Series 2: Correspondence, 1917-1973 (22 folders; Box 1) Series 3, Writings, 1935-1964 (8 folders; Box 1) Series 4: Printed Material, 1928-1976 (5 folders; Box 1) Series 5: Photographs, circa 1900-1979 (4 folders; Box 1, OV 2) Series 6: Artwork, 1899-circa 1940s (8 folders; Box 1, OV 2)
Access Note / Rights:
Use of original papers requires an appointment.
Summary:
The papers of artist Isabella Howland measure 1.2 linear feet and date from 1899-1979. The collection documents her career through biographical material, correspondence, personal business records, writings, printed material, artwork, and photographs.
Citation:
Isabella Howland papers, 1899-1979. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Use Note:
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Biography Note:
Isabella Howland (1895-1974) lived and worked in New York City. She drew portraits, painted on canvas, sketched on paper, and sculpted caricature busts of people in the art world. She wrote that she could do anything with her hands.
Language Note:
Collection is in English.
Provenance:
Donated between 1975-1976 by Mrs. Martha Craig and Barbara Summer. Three photographs of works of art were donated by Eugenie Gershoy in 1979.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001