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Correspondence

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Shore-Kiesler Collection features correspondence between John E. Shore and Lillian Kiesler, the widow of the visionary architect Frederick Kiesler. The collection also includes press clippings, museum correspondence, and exhibition announcements. The correspondence between Shore and L. Kiesler began when Shore purchased drawings from L. Kiesler's collection. John and his wife Ronnie were introduced to Lillian Kiesler through Cynthia Goodman, whose correspondence is included.

Dates

  • Majority of material found in 1977-2010

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Most material in English, with select documents in German and French.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 linear feet (One letter size document case)

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository

Contact:
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States