John Nichols Calaveras Prints Collection
Collection
Identifier: PICT-2000-003
Scope and Content
This collection contains 21 calaveras prints by the author John Nichols. The illustrations were originally created as chapter headers for his 1978 novel, The Magic Journey, although only eight of them were subsequently reproduced in the book. The illustrations are modeled on calaveras in the Latin American tradition, and depict skeletons as musicians, clergy, businessmen, and politicians. The collection is part of a limited edition, and each print is numbered and signed by the artist. Also included is a written introduction by the artist. Prints are 9 5/8 x 11 in.
Dates
- 1975-1978
Creator
- Nichols, John Treadwell, 1940- (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Copy Restrictions
Limited duplication of print and photographic material is allowed for research purposes. Copyrighted by the artist. User is responsible for all copyright compliance. For more information see the Photographs and Images Research Guide and contact the Pictorial Archivist.
Extent
21 items (1 box) : folio with 21 prints ; 9.63 x 11 in.
Abstract
This collection contains 21 calaveras prints by the author John Nichols.
Physical Location
B2. Shelved by Pictorial Number.
Creator
- Nichols, John Treadwell, 1940- (Person)
- Title
- Finding Aid of the John Nichols Calaveras Prints Collection, 1975-1978
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Pictorial Collections Staff
- Date
- © 2007
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid is in English
Revision Statements
- Monday, 20210524: Attribute normal is missing or blank.
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
cswrref@unm.edu
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
cswrref@unm.edu