Le Corbusier architectural drawings, 1935-1961
Collection context
- Creator:
- Le Corbusier, 1887-1965 and Columbia University
- Extent:
- 13 drawings
- Language:
- French .
- Scope and content:
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Drawings executed by Le Corbusier as illustrations for lectures on architecture and city planning delivered at Columbia University in 1935 and 1961. Notations are in French. Drawings range from approximately seven to twenty feet long.
- Biographical / historical:
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Swiss architect and urban planner.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Due to the fragile condition of the drawings, availability to this collection is limited. For further information, please email avery-drawings@library.columbia.edu.
- Terms of access:
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Permission to publish must be obtained in writing from the Director, Avery Architectural & Fine Arts Library, Columbia University, 1172 Amsterdam Ave., MC 0301, New York, NY 10027.
- Location of this collection:
- 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