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Summary:
A transcript of an interview of Edith Hamlin conducted by Donald J. Hagerty for the American Studies Program at the University of California at Davis, November 29, 1979 - March 4, 1980. Hamlin discusses her career and the life and works of her husband Maynard Dixon. Also included are photographs of Hamlin and her works of art.
Citation:
Edith Hamlin : a California artist, 1981. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Additional Forms:
35mm microfilm roll 2813 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Biography Note:
Hamlin: mural painter; b. 1902. Active in California and Southwestern U.S. during the period from 1920-1946. She was a major figure in the San Francisco art scene in the 20's and worked for the WPA and the PWAP during the Depression.
Language Note:
English .
Provenance:
Donated 1982 by Donald J. Hagerty.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Topic:
Muralists -- California -- San Francisco -- Interviews Search this
