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Correspondence, 1937-1957

 Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

Kiesler's correspondence with several important artists, including Jean Arp, Marcel Duchamp, Katherine Dreier, and Alfred Stieglitz, Edgard Varese, as well as with the Museum of Modern Art and Julien Levy Gallery. Much of the correspondence is of a personal nature, although sa few letters pertain to the publication of Kiesler's 1937 article on Duchamp.

Dates

  • 1937-1957

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Predominantly in English; some material in French.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research. The "Unpublished Writings" subseries may only be consulted with permission of the Archivist.

Extent

From the Collection: 9 linear feet

Arrangement

Alphabetical by correspondent.

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