Box and Box in a Valise, 1935-1950s, undated
Scope and Contents
A small subseries documenting limited aspects of Duchamp's planning and implementation of the "Box" in which he reproduced in miniature 69 of his works of art. The deluxe edition, known as the "Box in a Valise," also included an original work of art. Most of the material included here seems to pertain to Duchamp's production and management of the collotype reproductions for the "Box." There are inventories of Box supplies, as well as a diagram of their location within Duchamp's studio and what appears to be a list of related expenses. There are also lists of "Box" and "Box in a Valise" owners, part of a letter from Walter Arensberg listing the works by Duchamp he owned, and chronologies of Duchamp's career.
Dates
- 1935-1950s, undated
Language of Materials
Predominantly in English with some material in French.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research. David Sylvester's typescript for the article "Bicycle Parts" can only be consulted with permission of the author's estate.
Extent
From the Collection: 18 linear feet
Arrangement
Alphabetical by title.
Creator
- From the Collection: Duchamp, Alexina, 1906-1995 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: Duchamp, Marcel, 1887-1968 (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