Fisk University, Alfred Stieglitz Collection, 1949-1995, undated
Scope and Content Note
The collection relates to Jane Ann Cramer's (1958-2011) research on Georgia O'Keeffe's gift and installation of the Alfred Stieglitz Collection at Fisk University in 1949. Cramer worked as an intern at Fisk, reinstalling the collection and conducting research and interviews with individuals present during O'Keeffe's original installation. Additional research and correspondence support her contribution to Nancy Hopkins Reily's two volume biography on O'Keeffe, "Georgia O'Keeffe: A Private Friendship", published by Sunstone Press in 2007.
Included are interviews, photographs, slides, negatives, photocopies, notebooks, research notes, writings, brochures, and other miscellaneous papers and research materials.
Dates
- Creation: 1949-1995, undated
Access Restrictions
The collection is open to the public for research purposes. Use of the photographic materials and audio recordings requires the permission of the archivist.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.5 Linear Feet
Language
English
Overview
This series contains research material relating to the Alfred Stieglitz art collection held by the Carl Van Vechten Gallery of Fine Arts at Fisk University. As an intern at Fisk University, Cramer researched the placement of the collection and developed gallery didactic material. Records include correspondence, notes, writings and photocopies.
Repository Details
Part of the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum Repository
217 Johnson Street
Santa Fe NM 87501 US
505-946-1000