The Archives of American art does not own the original papers. Use is limited to the microfilm copy.
Summary:
The microfilmed Philip Bard papers contain materials reflecting Bard's work as a writer and artist; his political attitudes and activity, and his career following a heart operation in 1951. The papers contain poems; drafts and synopses of stories; essays dealing with the role of the social artist in capitalism; clippings and drafts concerning Bard's play, <em>Ninth Month Midnight</em>; letters from Herbert Kruckman, reminiscing about their Art Union and organizing activities; business correspondence, some dealing with Bard's financial situation after 1951; sketchbooks; clippings; and catalogs.
Citation:
Philip Bard papers, 1950-1966. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Additional Forms:
35mm microfilm reels N70-8 and N70-9 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Location of Originals:
Originals were returned to lender after microfilming.
Loan:
Loan
Biography Note:
Philip Bard (1912-1966) was a printmaker and author.
Language Note:
English .
Provenance:
Lent for microfilming 1969 by Mrs. Aza Bard McKenzie, widow of Bard.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
