Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Archives : Taliesin Press, 1930s-1960s, bulk 1930-1960
Collection context
- Creator:
- Wright, Frank Lloyd, 1867-1959, Masselink, Eugene, 1910-1962, and Taliesin Fellowship
- Extent:
- 7 linear feet
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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This collection of approx. 7 linear feet of papers documents the output of the independent printing press established at Taliesin in the 1930s. The collection consists of brochures, pamphlets, newsletters, Taliesin magazines, festival programs, invitations, and miscellaneous ephemera such as Christmas cards and stationery. The collection also includes every issue of the Taliesin Square Papers series dating from 1941 to 1953. All of the printed material in the collection features the distinctive graphic design associated with Frank Lloyd Wright. Much of the graphic design work can be attributed to Eugene Masselink (1910-1962).
- Biographical / historical:
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Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) was an American Architect internationally recognized for his innovative building design, Taliesin school and fellowship, and philosophy of "organic architecture.".
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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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:
- 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