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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
- From the Collection: Kiesler, Lillian (Person)
- From the Collection: Shore, John E. (Person)
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
archives@philamuseum.org
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
archives@philamuseum.org