Perspective Manuscript, Thomas Eakins, 1884

Item — Box: 13

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This artificial collection is made up material that was formerly in curatorial hands. Most items came to the museum along with works of art and were added to curatorial holdings. They are, however, descriptive in nature and have thus been transferred to the Archives. This material is important in that it casts light on American works of art in the collection.

Dates

1884

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Materials in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 4 linear feet

Additional Description

Custodial History

Transferred from American Art, object number 1963-198-001--106. Eakins' original handwritten manuscript on linear perspective, mechanical drawing, and other aspects of drawing, ca. 1884. Lecture manuscript and notes, 108 sheets, various sizes from 8 x 10" to 8 and 7/8" to 14". Gift of Mrs. Ruth Strouse in memory of Joseph Katz, father of the donor.

Note: a photocopy of a typed transcription is in a binder in the American Art department Eakins room.