Alfred N. Boell architectural drawings and papers, 1940s-1990s, bulk 1945-1995

Summary Information

At a Glance

Bib ID	6341969 View CLIO record
Creator(s)	Boell, Alfred N
Title	Alfred N. Boell architectural drawings and papers, 1940s-1990s, bulk 1945-1995
Physical Description	7 document boxes; 2,513 drawings (in 39 Tube Boxes)
Language(s)	English .
Additional Description	https://www1.columbia.edu/sec/cu/libraries/inside/avery_assets/Boell_Alfred_inventory.xls
Access	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 and to make an appointment, please email avery-drawings@library.columbia.edu.

Description

Summary

Includes professional papers, photographs, slides, art, and architectural drawings.

Using the Collection

Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library

Restrictions on Access

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 and to make an appointment, please email avery-drawings@library.columbia.edu.

Ownership and Custodial History

Gift of Estate of Alfred Boell.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Source of acquisition--Gift of the Estate of Alfred Boell. Method of acquisition--Donated;; Date of acquisition--2003. Accession number--2003.015.

About the Finding Aid / Processing Information

Columbia University Libraries, Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library

Subject Headings

The subject headings listed below are found in this collection. Links below allow searches at Columbia University through the Archival Collections Portal and through CLIO, the catalog for Columbia University Libraries, as well as ArchiveGRID, a catalog that allows users to search the holdings of multiple research libraries and archives.

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Subject

Heading	"CUL Archives:" "Portal"	"CUL Collections:" "CLIO"	"Nat'l / Int'l Archives:" "ArchivedGRID"
Architecture -- Conservation and restoration	Portal	CLIO	ArchiveGRID
Architecture -- United States -- Designs and plans	Portal	CLIO	ArchiveGRID
Architecture, Domestic -- Pennsylvania	Portal	CLIO	ArchiveGRID
Peddler's Village (Lahaska, Pa.)	Portal	CLIO	ArchiveGRID

History / Biographical Note

Biographical / Historical

Alfred Boell graduated from the Columbia University School of Architecture in 1932. Following graduation, Boell travel to France where he was commissioned to design passenger accommodations for the Liner Normandie. Upon his return he was given the opportunity to present restoration plans for the historic Samuel D. Ingham Home in Bucks County, Pa to the home's owner Dr. M.C. Del Manzo, Provost of Teachers College Columbia University. After completion of the restoration, he entered the project into a Better Homes and Garden remodeling competition, eventually winning 1st prize. After this experience, Boell made his home in Bucks County, focusing on the restoration of many of the areas historic residences. His work can be seen throughout the county where he is celebrated for his attention to detail and imagination. His career spanned well into his 70 and included projects such as the restoration of the Dorothy Parker and Alan Campbell home as well as the complete design for Peddlers Village, both in Bucks County.