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Joseph Henry Sharp Letters

 Collection
Identifier: AC618p

Scope and Content

Three letters from Sharp (dated July 28, August 26 and September 6, 1952) to Mrs. James R. Thorpe, owner of the Bishop's Lodge in Tesuque, N.M. In the August and September letters, Sharp reports to Mrs. Thorpe on arrangements to sell a painting of Aspens to a couple named Krohn. The July letter presents a painting of calendula to the Bishop's Lodge for its permanent collection.

Dates

  • 1952

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of print materials allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.

Biography

Painter Joseph Henry Sharp (1859-1953) was a member of the Taos Society of Artists, living in Taos at least part of the year from 1912 to 1952. He was known for his portraits of Native Americans and scenes of native life.

Extent

1 Folder

Title
Finding Aid of the Joseph Henry Sharp Letters, 1952
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
JG
Date
© 2015
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Repository Details

Part of the Fray Angélico Chávez History Library Repository

Contact:
Fray Angélico Chávez History Library
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln Ave
Sante Fe NM 87501 USA
(505) 476-5090