The collection is arranged as six series Series 1: Professional Files, 1966-1995 (1.4 linear feet; Boxes 1-2, 7-8) Series 2: Commission and Project Files, circa 1970-1989 (1.0 linear feet; Boxes 2-3, 6) Series 3: Writings and Notes, circa 1970-circa 1990 (0.2 linear feet; Box 3) Series 4: Printed Material, circa 1960s-1995 (1.0 linear feet; Boxes 3-4) Series 5: Artwork, 1960s-1980s (0.3 linear feet; Box 4) Series 6: Photographs, circa 1960-1990s (0.7 linear feet; Boxes 4-5, 7)
Access Note / Rights:
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center.
Summary:
The papers of fiber artist Neda Al-Hilali measure 4.6 linear feet and date from circa 1960 to 1995. Al-Hilali's career is documented through professional files, commission and project files, writings, printed materials, artwork, and photographs. The bulk of the collection consists of Al-Hilali's annual activity files from 1967 to 1992, which contain lists of exhibitions; exhibition announcements, catalogs, invitations, and posters; letters and memoranda; sales records; awards; clippings; photographs; and loan records.
Citation:
Neda Al-Hilali Papers, circa 1960-1995. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Use Note:
Unpublished writings by Neda Al-Hilali: Authorization to publish, quote, or reproduce requires written permission from the donor. Contact Reference Services for more information.
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Related Materials:
Also found in the Archives of American Art is an oral history interview with Neda Al-Hilali conducted on July 18-19, 2006, by Mija Riedel, for the Archives of American Art's Nanette L. Laitman Documentation Project for Craft and Decorative Arts in America.
Biography Note:
Neda Al-Hilali (1938- ) is a fiber artist active in California.
Language Note:
English .
Provenance:
The papers were donated by Neda Al-Hilali in 2004.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
