The papers of New Jersey sculptor Erna Weill measure 0.4 linear feet and date from 1934 to 1983. The bulk of the papers concern Weill's portrait busts of prominent political and social figures. Found are biographical materials, correspondence, photographs, printed material, and writings. Of note are letters between Weill and Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King.
Scope and Contents:
The papers of New Jersey sculptor Erna Weill measure 0.4 linear feet and date from 1934 to 1983. The bulk of the papers concern Weill's portrait busts of prominent political and social figures. Found are biographical materials, correspondence, photographs, printed material, and writings. Of note are letters between Weill and Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King.
Arrangement:
Due to the small size of this collection the papers are arranged as one series.
Biographical / Historical:
Born in Germany, Erna Weill (1904-1996) was a sculptor and educator in Teaneck, New Jersey. She was known for her portrait busts of notable figures in the Civil Rights Movement.
Provenance:
Donated 1983 by Erna Weill.
Restrictions:
This collection is open for research. Access to original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C. Research Center.
Rights:
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