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Kenneth Chapman Pueblo Designs Collection

 Collection
Identifier: PICT-999-026

Scope and Content

37 paintings of pueblo pottery designs from Zuni (15), Hopi (1), Acoma (3), San Ildefonso (5), Tesuque (1), Laguna (3), Zia (3), Santo Domingo (1), and Cochiti (2). Most labeled as "Copied from plate by Kenneth Chapman." Also, three prints of Native American designs used on buildings: "Administration Building," "Door to Museum," and "Library" (not specified). These paintings, by Mercedes Gugisberg, are copies of plates made by Kenneth Chapman. Design motifs include geometric images, animal forms (primarily birds), flower images, and stylized rain clouds. Most of the paintings are black and red in color.

Dates

  • 1935-1960

Creator

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Copy Restrictions

Duplication of print and photographic material is allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for copyright compliance. For more information see the Photographs and Images Research Guide and contact the Pictorial Archivist.

Extent

37 items (1 box) : 37 paintings

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

37 paintings of pueblo pottery designs. Also, three prints of Native American designs used on buildings: Administration Building, Door to Museum, and a library (not specified). These paintings, by Mercedes Gugisberg, are copies of plates made by Kenneth Chapman. Design motifs include geometric images, animal forms (primarily birds), flower images, and stylized rain clouds.

Physical Location

B2. Shelved in Big Box location by Pictorial Number.
Title
Finding Aid of the Kenneth Chapman Pueblo Designs Collection, 1935-1960
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
Pictorial Collections Staff
Date
© 2008
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