Art -- Collectors and collecting
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
George Shortess Artists' Books Collection
Collection
Identifier: SC MS 0480
Abstract
This collection comprises artists’ books, exhibition catalogs, and literary fiction dating from the 1970s to the 1990s. It reflects a wide range of conceptual approaches to the book as a medium of artistic expression. The materials challenge conventional formats and explore experimental narrative, structure, and design. The collection was assembled by George Shortess—psychologist, professor, and artist—whose own artist books are also included.
Dates:
1973-1990
Found in:
Lehigh University Special Collections
Philip I. and Muriel M. Berman Papers Collection II
Collection
Identifier: SC MS 0115
Scope and Contents
The Philip I. and Muriel M. Berman Papers: Collection II provides extensive documentation of the various interrelated interests and activities of Philip and Muriel Berman. These include their involvement with Jewish causes, such as State of Israel Bonds, the American Jewish Committee, the Jewish Publication Society, and Hadassah; collecting art (especially outdoor sculpture), donating art (especially to educational institutions and hospitals), and encouraging artists (Israeli artists among...
Dates:
1863 - 2004; Majority of material found within 1943 - 1997
Found in:
Lehigh University Special Collections
The Philip I. and Muriel M. Berman Papers: Collection I
Collection
Identifier: SC MS 0095
Abstract
The Philip I. and Muriel M. Berman Papers: Collection I contains records ranging in date from 1915 to 1999, the earliest dated item being apparently a letter from the painter Walter Elmer Schofield (Box 76 Folder 3). Most of the records belong to the period 1960-1997.
Dates:
1915-2007; Majority of material found within 1960-1997
Found in:
Lehigh University Special Collections