1.52 Linear feet ((partially microfilmed on 1 reel))
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Drawings
Date:
1920-1969
Scope and Contents:
Correspondence, slides, typescripts of writings, and printed materials.
REEL 2804: A photocopy of an incomplete typescript, "History of the Rhode Island School of Design Museum," by Frazier, ca. 1965, including photocopies of his notes for this study.
UNMICROFILMED: Correspondence, mostly routine and relating to Frazier's exhibitions and sales, including 1 letter from John Singer Sargent concerning an exhibit and the sale of a watercolor by Frazier to Sargent, and several letters from Edwin Dickinson; photographs of Frazier, group photos, and works of art; and speeches and writings relating to his teaching career and presidency of RISD. Also included are copies of slides of works found in Frazier's studio after his death and of an exhibition of his works held in Newport, R.I., 1969.
Biographical / Historical:
Art school director, painter, and lithographer; Providence, R.I. President of Rhode Island School of Design, 1955-1962.
Provenance:
Unmicrofilmed material donated in 1972 by Mrs. John R. Frazier, Fazier's widow. Slides lent 1973 by Gordon Peers, a former colleague of Frazier; typescript on reel 2804 donated 1975 by Peers.
Restrictions:
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Microfilmed materials must be consulted on microfilm. Contact Reference Services for more information.
Occupation:
Art school directors -- Rhode Island -- Providence Search this
Topic:
Painting, American -- Rhode Island -- Providence Search this
Art -- Study and teaching -- Rhode Island -- Providence Search this
