Francis Henry Bacon papers and model, 1870s-1940

Collection context

Creator:
Bacon, Francis H. (Francis Henry), 1856-1940
Extent:
1 print box and 1 item (model)
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Includes misc. pen, pencil and watercolor drawings of European travel. Also includes a model for Trinity Church in Manhattan that formed part of the collection of original material in the Avery Architectural Library.

Biographical / historical:

Architect who had been involved in archaeological expeditions in Asia Minor in the 1880s.

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