Lincoln's Head - controversy, sales, 1914-1926
File — Box: 19, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Includes correspondence with Mr. Charles P. Taft, Barnard's patron for the Lincoln statue, letters of appreciation, Barnard's search for a suitable model, correspondence regarding the controversies as to the realism or idealism of the piece and its erection in London, and letters of Robert T. Lincoln, the son of President Lincoln.
Dates
- 1914-1926
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Predominantly in English; some material in French.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Series: 2.5 linear feet
Creator
- From the Collection: Barnard, George Grey, 1863-1938 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: Rockefeller, John D., Jr. (John Davison), 1874-1960 (Correspondent, Person)
- From the Collection: Taft, Charles P. (Charles Phelps), 1897-1983 (Correspondent, 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