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Index cards, 1936-1969, bulk: circa 1936-1947

 Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

This set of index cards appears to be Rosen's only written record of his photographic studies. Rosen noted on these cards, among other information, the photographic methods he used to examine a work of art, and where appropriate, the stage of restoration or cleaning a work was in when photographed. Many cards contain later notations made in an obviously different hand. Most pertain to reattributions, and a few revise the titles of a work. Rosen's original designations were followed in the arrangement of these cards since some of these revisions still do not reflect current designations.

Dates

  • 1936-1969
  • Majority of material found within circa 1936-1947

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research, with the exception of film negatives and interpositives currently in cold storage. Access to this material is at the discretion of the Archivist.

Extent

From the Collection: 39 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Arrangement

Maintaining the attributions and titles recorded by Rosen, regardless of current designations, cards are arranged alphabetically by artist or object, and within each subgroup, alphabetically by title or other description. Works by unidentified artists are filed last.

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