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Dalhousie University Archives Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds Canada File
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WPA/FAP graphics

The file consists of records related to the planning of the prints exhibition "WPA/FAP graphics," organized and circulated by the Smithsonian Institution, and was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 19 to August 14, 1977.

Records consist of correspondence with the Smithsonian Institution Travelling Exhibition Service, press releases (exhibition description), a photocopy of a clipping, an exhibition itinerary, invoices, a shipping contract, and a condition report.

William Townsend September 1972

File consists of records relating to the Exhibition of William Townsend Paintings 1964-1968 organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery for circulating through A. P. A. C. 1972-1973.

Records consist mainly of correspondence of Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and handwritten letters from William Townsend and Charlotte Townsend (the daughter of William Townsend). Additional records include shipping receipts, insurance certificates, newspaper clippings, a photograph of the painting 'Cascade VIII' and condition reports.

William Kohn exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of an exhibition of works by William Kohn, organized by the Dalhousie art Gallery through Kohn's gallery representative, The Graphics Gallery, san Francisco. The exhibition was presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1971.

Records consist primarily of correspondence between The Dalhousie Art Gallery, Kohn, and The Graphics Gallery. Additional records consist of a new release from the Oakland Museum, press about the Graphics Gallery, a loan agreement form, a C.V., biography, and list of artworks for Kohn, a photocopy of a newspaper article titled 'Austere Forms at the Graphics' about Kohn's artwork, and a copy of a review of Kohn's work by Lucian Krukowski.

William Hogarth

File consists of records related to the exhibition of artwork by Willam Hogarth, organized and circulated by the Western Association of Art Museums at Mills College in Oakland, California. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 16 to July 11, 1976.

Records consist mainly of contractual documents between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the Western Association of Art Museums, including condition report, inventory, packing and handling instructions, a floor plan, correspondence, and a news release.

William Blake 1757-1827 exhibition

File consists of records relating to the planning, and organizing of the exhibition 'William Blake 1757-1827', organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1970.

Records consist of correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), a photocopy of two newspaper clippings regarding the exhibition, and exhibition materials including a list of artworks, bibliography, exhibition description, biography of Blake, packing lists, an exhibition contract, a condition report, and a publicity draft.

Walter Richard Sickert exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 'Walter R. Sickert Exhibition', organized and circulated by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October to December 1971.

Records consist mainly of correspondence of Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. Additional records consist of insurance certificates, exhibition loan agreement forms, correspondence between Henry Hicks (President, Dalhousie University) and Wallace S. Bird (Chairman, Beaverbrook Art Gallery) requesting a loan of the Sickert paintings, shipping receipts, and a condition report.

Walter Ostrom (NSCAD) exhibition

File consists of records related to an exhibition of ceramics by Walter Ostrom presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1971.

Records consist of an invitation list for the exhibition opening, a biography and C.V. for Ostrom, and correspondence of the Dalhousie Art Gallery.

W. J. Wood : paintings and drawings

File consists of records relating to the exhibition of paintings and drawings by William John Wood, organized and circulated by the Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 15, 1984, to January 13, 1985.

Records consist of correspondence, an exhibition agreement form, crate lists, photographs, opening invitations, and publicity material created by the Art Gallery of Ontario,

Vuillard, drawings 1885-1930

File consists of records relating to an exhibition, 'Vuillard, drawings 1885-1930,' organized and circulated by The American Federation of Arts in New York. The exhibition was held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 21 - November 28, 1982.

Records consist mainly of correspondence, press clippings, shipping and insurance files.

Visions of paradise : the art of the oriental carpet

File consists of records relating to an exhibition entitled Visions of Paradise: The Art of the Oriental Carpet, curated by Dr. Hans-Gunther Schwarz (Department of German, Dalhousie University) and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 16, 1983, to January 29, 1984.

Records are divided into 8 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.):
Folder 24 - Oriental rugs 83 (Clippings)
Folder 25 - Catalogue and essay
Folder 26 - Loan forms
Folder 27 - Photographs
Folder 28 - Correspondence with lenders
Folder 29 - Proposal and contract agreement
Folder 30 - Insurance files
Folder 31 - Invoices & receipts (with correspondence)

Virgil Hammock drawings

The file consists of records related to the exhibition of drawings by Virgil Hammock, circulated by the National Programme, the National Gallery of Canada and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 1-23, 1977.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Virgil Hammock and Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) regarding scheduling and planning exhibition, an invitation card, invoices, and other administrative records. Also includes photographs of two of Hammock's drawings.

Vera Frenkel - printmaking plus exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Vera Frenkel: Printmaking Plus', organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 6-30, 1972

Records consist of exhibition loan agreement forms, a newsletter and announcement from the National Gallery of Canada, a box list, C.V. for Frenkel, condition report, and correspondence between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Gallery.

Unicef children's art

File consists of records related to the Unicef Children's Art Exhibit, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery in August 1974.

Records consist of shipping receipts, letters from the Unicef Nova Scotia and the Canadian Unicef Committee, a list of dimensions, invoices, and a folded card.

Transparent things

File consists of records related to the photograph exhibition "Transparent Things," circulated by the Canada Coucil Art Bank and was presented at Dalhousie Art gallery from May 22 to July 1, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence between staff of the Art Bank and Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) about schedules, catalogues, and expenses , condition reports, installation requirements, and newspaper clippings.

Traditional landscape painting in Canada

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Traditional Landscape Painting in Canada' organized and loaned by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition showed at Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1969.

Records consist of exhibition documents including biographies for the included artists, a packing list, exhibition loan agreement, condition report, and list of artworks. Additional records consist of correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery).

Tradition plus one: quilts from Eastern Ontario

File consists of records related to the Tradition Plus One: Quilts from Eastern Ontario Exhibition, circulated by the Agnes Etherington Art Gallery, Queen's University, Kingston. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 15 to September 15, 1975.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Dalhousie Art Gallery and Agnes Etherington Art Gallery regarding the tour schedule and arranging the shipping and dry cleaning of the quilts from the exhibition. File also includes condition reports, a checklist of works, invoices, a list of expenses, a floor plan, newspaper and magazine clippings, packing and unpacking instructions, receipts of catalogue orders, exhibition itinerary, press releases and shipment documents.

Tony Keck musicmania exhibition files

File consists of records related to planning to present Tony Keck's exhibition of paintings 'Musicmaniamovement'. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1972.

Records consist of correspondence between the Dalhousie Art Gallery and Keck, photocopies of exhibition reviews for the show both at Dalhousie and previous galleries, a list of artworks, and an insurance certificate.

Toni Onley

File consists of records related to 'Toni Onley, a partial retrospective' circulated through the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit and displayed at Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1968.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and other APAC member galleries regarding transport, damage to, and condition reports of the exhibition.

Tom Sherman : cultural engineering

File consists of records relating to an exhibition of artwork by Tom Sherman entitled Cultural Engineering organized and circulated by the National Programme, National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 22 to October 30, 1983. The exhibition consisted of audio installations, photographic and text panels, as well as a programme of video tapes by the artist.

Records consist of correspondence, insurance files, a loan agreement, a list of works, photocopies of magazine articles featuring Tom Sherman, photographs, and an invitation to exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada (May 1983).

Tom Forrestall sculptures

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Welded Steel Sculptures by Tom Forrestall', organized by the University of New Brunswick Art Centre for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1969.

Records consist of a condition report, a newspaper clipping, a publicity sheet from the University of New Brunswick, and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes and curators of APAC member galleries.

Tom Forrestall

File consists of records relating to the exhibition 'Drawings, watercolours, paintings by Tom Forrestall' organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie in November 1968.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes ( Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), Tom Forrestall, and curators of APAC member galleries. Records also include a newspaper clipping, programme of music for November 1968, exhibition invitation, lists and pricelists of artworks, a condition report, an handwritten draft of Forrestall's biography and exhibition text.

Third exhibition of costume design

File contains two outgoing letters to the Dalhousie theatre department regarding the costume show, which was held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 15 to March 30, 1980.

Third Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the third annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 3 - 29, 1978.

Records are divided into 10 folders. (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
Folder 13 - grant; Folder 14 - acquisitions; Folder 15 - business office; Folder 16 - catalogue(correspondence); Folder 17 - budget; Folder 18 - photographs; Folder 19 - press releases; Folder 20 -proposal; Folder 21 - selection of participants; Folder 22 - trasportation

The sixth Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 6th Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized by and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 11 - April 4, 1982.

Folder 10 contains administrative files including insurance files, financial statements, grant applications, exhibition agreements, loan agreement forms and correspondence. Folder 11 contains photographs.

The seventh Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 7th Dalhousie Drawing Exhibition : Actual Size, organized by and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 1 - April 8, 1984.

Records are divided into 12 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.):
Folder 33 - Transport (correspondence, forms, invoices, and a photograph)
Folder 34 - MOAC claim: Carmen Lamanna Gallery (correspondence re. damaged art work/replacement)
Folder 35 - Curriculum vitae
Folder 36 - Loan agreement forms
Folder 37 - Letters
Folder 38 - Exhibition agreement
Folder 39 - Correspondence with artists
Folder 40 - Exhibition proposal
Folder 41 - Canada Council application
Folder 42 - Correspondence with curator
Folder 43 - Photographs
Folder 44 - Publicity

The Rothmans collection of Christmas ornaments

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'The Rothman's Collection of Christmas Ornaments' organized by the Art Gallery of Ontario and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1969.

Records consist of an information bulletin released by Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada Limited, a condition report, a guest list, and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Rothmans representatives, and a photograph of the artwork display. The condition report is accompanied by an attached copy of the exhibition catalogue with notes regarding the condition of each sculpture.

The Queen comes to New Brunswick

File consists of records related to an exhibition of "The Queen comes to New Brunswick : paintings and drawings by Molly Lamb Bobak," organized and circulated by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 30 to December 18, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence with the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, a list of expenses, newspaper clippings, a condition report, a list of work, invoices, and other administrative documents.

The photograph as object

File consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition ' The Photograph as Object', organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The Exhibition was presented at Dalhousie from April 15 to May 14, 1971.

Records consist of packing and artwork lists, loan agreements, a newspaper clipping titled 'The Photograph as Object, next Killam exhibition', a condition report, handwritten condition notes written on index cards, and correspondence between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Gallery of Canada Extension Service.

The magic eye : definitions of photography

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition entitled "The magic eye : definitions of photography" organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada (original title: "Photography: A Celebration"). The Exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 10 to August 10, 1980.

Records consist mainly of correspondence with the National Gallery of Canada. The file also includes a condition report, packing instructions, and press releases.

The lost craft of ornamented architecture : Canadian architectural drawings, 1850-1930

File consists of records related to the exhibition, 'The Lost Craft of Ornamented Architecture: Canadian Architectural Drawings, 1850-1930,' curated by Dr. Jean Weir, Associate Professor of Art History at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, Halifax. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 10 to April 24, 1983.

Records are divided into 24 folders :
Folder 11 - National Museums of Canada
Folder 12 - Curatorial agreement
Folder 13 - Correspondence re: loans
Folder 14 - Gallery correspondence
Folder 15 - The Samuel and Saidye Bronfman Family Foundation
Folder 16 - Translation
Folder 17 - Catalogue orders
Folder 18 - Curriculum Vitae
Folder 19 - English Typesetting (Catalogue)
Folder 20 - Research grants (1981-82 ledger)
Folder 21 - Itinerary
Folder 22 - Loan agreement forms (1 of 2)
Folder 23 - Loan agreement forms (2 of 2)
Folder 24 - Proposal and relevant critical documents
Folder 25 - Insurance files
Folder 26 - Frames, mats, crates
Folder 27 - Condition reports
Folder 28 - Audit (Auditor's report: financial statements)
Folder 29 - Halifax, Nova Scotia Archives: architectural drawings
Folder 30 - Invitation list
Folder 31 - Symposium
Folder 32 - Photographs (slides and negatives)
Folder 33 - Photographs (prints)
Folder 34 - L'art perdu de l'architecture ornementée: Le dessin architectural canadien, 1850-1930 / Jean B. Weir [photocopy] - It contains a photocopy of a French catalogue with handwritten notes.

The fourth Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 4th Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized by and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 1 to April 1, 1979. The exhibition presented the works of Alex Colville, Charlotte Hammond, Graham Metson, Brian Porter, Roger Savage, and Ruth Wainwright.

Records are divided into 12 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.) and photographs of drawings are included in each artist file; folder 50 - Alex Colville; folder 51 - Charlotte Hammond; folder 52 - Graham Metson; folder 53 - Brian Porter; folder 54 - Roger Savage; folder 55 - Ruth Wainwright; folder 56 - budget; folder 57 - publicity; folder 58 - misc. (correspondence and slides); folder 59 - insurance; folder 60 - price list; folder 61 - Canada Council.

The fifth Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 5th Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized by and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 4 to May 4, 1980.

Records are divided into 8 folders: Folder 2 - loan agreements; Folder 3 - grants; Folder 4 - administrative files; Folder 5 - curriculum vitae-originals; Folder 6 - general correspondence; Folder 7 - exhibition catalogues; Folder 8 - financial; Folder 9 - Maxwell Bates

Note:
- Folder 3 'grants' contains grant worksheet, original grant application, and Canada Council visiting artists programme.
- Folder 4 'administrative files' contains contract for guest curator, transport correspondence, packing instructions, and opening preparation.
- Folder 6 'misc. 'correspondence' contains general correspondence and one photograph
- Folder 7 'exhibition catalogues' contains draft preface, exhibition texts (biographical information), catalogue quotation, and related correspondence.
- Folder 8 'financial' contains insurance, printing estimates, and payments.
- Folder 9 'Maxwell Bates' contains photographs, correspondence, and biography.

The drawing of Christiane Pflug

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition of works by Christiane Pflug, organized and circulated by the Winnipeg Art Gallery. The Exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 9 to June 8, 1980.

Records consist mainly of correspondence with the Winnipeg Art Gallery and Michael Pflug. The file also includes a list of works, a booking form, and a news release.

The decorative fruit and flower arrangements

File consists of records related to the planning of an exhibition entitled "The Decorative Fruit and Flower Arrangements," prepared by the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation at Carnegie-Mellon University of Pittsburgh. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, insurance files, a loan agreement, and other administrative documents. Also includes a brochure for the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation (travel shows) and a pamphlet for the Decorative Fruit and Flower Arrangements.

The art of writing exhibition

File consists of records related to 'The Art of Writing', an exhibition organized and prepared by UNESCO and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1966.

Records consist of contractual documents between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Gallery of Canada, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes, a packing list and mounting instructions, and a condition report.

The 26th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the twenty-sixth annual student, staff and alumni exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 10 to January 27, 1980.

Records consist of an exhibition report, clippings, a press release draft, a list of artworks, a blank exhibition entry form, and exhibit photographs.

The 25th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the twenty-fifth annual student, staff and alumni exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 18 to February 11, 1979.

Records consist of clippings, administrative documents, a list of artworks, a blank exhibition entry form and an invitation to the opening.

The 22nd annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to 22nd annual student, staff and alumni exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 1 to February 14, 1976.

Records consist of insurance documents, a list of photography prize winners, letters to prize winners, a blank exhibition entry form, correspondence regarding insurance, invoices, invitations and envelopes purchase order, interdepartmental memos, a short bio of Peter van S. Lange (photographer/filmmaker), list of alumni association board of directors 1975-76 with contact information, and lists of artworks including paintings, sculptures, photographs, jewellery, and slides. Also includes some documents from the previous student, staff and alumni photographic exhibition in 1971, including a list of selected slides for exhibition and press release for University News.

The 21st annual Dalhousie student, staff, and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 21st Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented from January 21 to February 12, 1975.

Records consist of artwork and price lists, a list of prize winners, entry forms, a newspaper clipping, an invitation card, and correspondence of Mary Evans (Assistant Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery).

The 17th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 17th Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Award Exhibition, organized and presernted by Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1970.

Records consist of lists of artwork, prices, and prize winners; correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), and two invitations.

The 15th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 15th Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1968.

Records consist of an invitation, list of artworks, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Murray Fraser (President, Dalhousie Alumni Association), and a call for submissions of artwork.

The 14th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File contains records related to the 14th Annual exhibition of artworks by Dalhousie students, staff, and alumni.

Records consist of a list of works, list of winners for a 'slide contest', correspondence of Evelyn Holmes, a biography of R. H. (Roudolph Humphrey) Whips, and a Dalhousie newsletter.

Terence Johnson : forts

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition of works by Terence Johnson, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 8 to February 8, 1981.

Records are divided into 11 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.): Folder 21 - Correspondence Terence Johnson sculpture 1972/73; Folder 22 - Circulation itinerary; Folder 23 - Master(Information kit); Folder 24 - Publicity; Folder 25 - Shipping; Folder 26 - Correspondence (1980-82); Folder 27 - Budget and Insurance files; Folder 28 - Catalogue notes; Folder 29 - Contracts; Folder 30 - Photographs & slides; OS Folder 17 - Installation condition (drawing, oversize)
note: Folders 21, 23, and 30 contain photographs.

Tactile Eskimo art

File consists of records related to the exhibition of Inuit carvings, presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 12 - 23, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Are Gallery) and L. Legge (Principal, Halifax School for the Blind) and between Anne Nurse-Richardson and Keith Garwood, a letter from Keith Garwood with an accompanying background note, a letter to L. Legge (Principal, Halifax School for the Blind) from G. Abrahamson (Chief, Social Development Division), and shipping receipt.

Sylvain P. Cousineau : photographs and paintings

File consists of records relating to an exhibition of 'Sylvain P. Cousineau: photographs and paintings,' organized by the Dunlop Art Gallery in Regina, and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 24 - July 25, 1982.

Records consist of correspondence, a list of artworks, and a price list.

Susan Swannie and Christine Ross Hopper

File consists of records relating to the planning of a joint exhibition of 'Christine Ross Hopper : New Work' and 'Suzanne Swannie : Drawings,' held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 15, 1984, to January 13, 1985.

Records consist of correspondence, insurance files, lists of works in the exhibition, exhibition agreement forms, a floor plan, new release, photographs, and 2 opening invitations.

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