Mexico and Modern Printmaking Research Collection

Collection

Identifier: IHS

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of photocopied letters, articles, book excerpts, receipts, and prints pertaining to individuals and artists involved with both Mexico and modern printmaking. Many of these resources document correspondence between Mexican artists and Carl Zigrosser. The collection also contains biographical information and researcher notes regarding individuals mentioned in the collection, such as Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco, and David Alafro Siqueiros.

Dates

Majority of material found within 1927-2004

Creator

Zigrosser, Carl, 1891-1975 (Person)

Language of Materials

English, Spanish

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Mexico and Modern Printmaking Collection is the physical property of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Archives. The Museum holds literary rights only for material created by Museum personnel or given to the Museum with such rights specifically assigned. For all other material, literary rights, including copyright, belong to the authors or their legal heirs and assigns. Researchers are responsible for obtaining permission from rights holders for publication and for other purposes where stated.

Extent

2.5 linear feet

Additional Description

Abstract

The collection consists of photocopied letters, articles, book excerpts, receipts, and prints pertaining to individuals and artists involved with both Mexico and modern printmaking.