The collection is arranged into 6 series. All series are arranged chronologically. Series 1: Biographical Material, 1943-1971 (Box 1; 2 folders) Series 2: Letters, 1942-1976 (Box 1; 13 folders) Series 3: Art Work, undated (Box 1; 1 folder) Series 4: Scrapbooks, 1930-1953 (Boxes 1-2; 29 folders) Series 5: Printed Material, 1928-1975 (Box 2; 1.2 linear feet) Series 6: Photographs, 1958-1974 (Boxes 3-4; 31 folders)
Access Note / Rights:
The collection is open for research. Use requires an appointment.
Summary:
The papers of painter Ogden M. Pleissner measure 3.2 linear feet and date from 1928-1976. Found within the papers are biographical material, scattered letters, artwork, nine scrapbooks, over one foot of printed material, and photographs.
Citation:
Ogden M. Pleissner papers, 1928-1976. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
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Biography Note:
Ogden Minton Pleissner was born on April 29, 1905 in Brooklyn, New York, son of George W. and Christine Minton Pleissner. He began his education at the Brooklyn Friends School. One summer while a teenager, he was sent to Charlie Moore's ranch in Dubois, Wyoming, in order to improve his health. During pack trips, camping, and trout fishing in Yellowstone Park and the Buffalo Forks country, Pleissner became devoted to the outdoor life, developing his skills as a hunter and fisherman. He began drawing images of horses, cowboys, Native Americans, and scenery and realized that his interest in art was strong enough to pursue it in school.
Language Note:
English .
Provenance:
Ogden M. Pleissner donated his papers to the Archives in 1972 and 1976.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001