Philip Lacy Collection of European Study Prints, 1890s

Collection context

Creator:
Lacy, Philip
Extent:
2,362 items
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

The Philip Lacy Collection of European Study Prints contains 2,362 images of historic monuments and architectural and decorative details in Italy and France. These types of study prints were commonly collected by art historians and architects traveling in Europe.

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is available for use by appointment in the Department of Drawings & Archives, Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library, Columbia University. For further information, please email avery-drawings@library.columbia.edu.

Location of this collection:
300 Avery Hall
1172 Amsterdam Ave.
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
Researchers are encouraged to request materials at least one month in advance. You will receive an email from the department within 2-3 business days confirming your request and currently available appointment times. Requests are limited to 8 boxes per day (or equivalent), with a maximum of 5 boxes for off-site materials, 5 folders of drawings, or 5 rolls or tube boxes.
Contact:
avery-drawings@columbia.edu