Buffrand. Glass plate negative. Includes envelope, undated
Scope and Contents
While architects are the primary individuals documented, Kimball also compiled information of other prominent individuals. Artists include Benjamin West, Winslow Homer, and John Singer Sargent, as well as the contemporary sculptor Chaim Gross. Art collectors, such as Henry Clay Frick, and writers, such as Henry Adams are also included. Material related to Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and Nicholas Biddle document the architectural works associated with each historical figure. Most of the material consists of clippings and photographs, in addition to a postcard, prospectus and journal.
Dates
- undated
Language of Materials
Materials predominantly in English with some material in French and German.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Series: 22 linear feet
Creator
- From the Collection: Kimball, Fiske, 1888-1955 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: Kimball, Marie Goebel, 1889-1955 (Creator, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
archives@philamuseum.org